Summer Marketing Student Intern
About The Position
Join BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina for a 12-week summer internship in 2027. The Student Intern will work with an assigned team in a dynamic, supportive office environment, gaining hands-on experience and participating in professional development. The work and technologies used will vary depending on the department. Under direct supervision, the intern will maintain departmental information and records, use systems and tools for research and project support, follow established procedures, and complete learning-oriented tasks that build knowledge of departmental operations and industry practices. The intern will also participate in training, volunteering and networking events, presentations, and discussions about the healthcare insurance industry. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, on-site internship, Monday through Friday, at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, South Carolina. The intern must be able to work on-site five days per week throughout the internship, from May 17 through August 6, 2027. Applicants should upload a current transcript; an unofficial transcript is acceptable, but screenshots and photos are not. Priority may be given to applicants who submit a transcript and demonstrate preferred qualifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Analytical or critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
- Good planning and multitasking skills.
- Strong listening skills and ability to follow directions and ask questions.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work on-site five days per week in Columbia, South Carolina, for the 12-week internship.
- Upload a current transcript with the application; an unofficial transcript is acceptable, but screenshots and photos are not.
Nice To Haves
- At least 12 semester hours earned in the applicant’s field of study, current college enrollment, and progress toward a four-year degree.
- Completion of at least two years of academic study (rising junior or senior).
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Business Analytics, Digital Media, or a related field.
- Interest in brand marketing, digital marketing, communications, or market research.
- Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics, Power BI, or similar tools.
Responsibilities
- Maintain departmental information, including documents, spreadsheets, databases, or related items.
- Use systems and tools to conduct research and assist with projects as needed.
- Follow established procedures.
- Participate in departmental training to acquire relevant knowledge and skills.
- Complete tasks that support learning departmental procedures and applying industry or field best practices.
- Communicate with other areas of the company as needed.
- Create, present, and/or report on departmental statistics or knowledge acquired as appropriate.
- Complete tasks and assist staff members to learn the business area, company operations, and workflow.
- Participate in volunteering and networking events, presentations, and discussions about the healthcare insurance industry.
Benefits
- Mentorship and exposure to industry-leading experts.
- Volunteer and networking opportunities.
- Paid holidays during the internship.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual.
- Subsidized health plans and dental and vision coverage.
- On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations.
- Employee Assistance programs.
- National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
