Summer Marketing Student Intern
About The Position
Join BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina for a 12-week summer internship from May 17 through August 6, 2027. The full-time role is based on-site in an office at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, South Carolina, and requires working on-site five days per week. The intern will work under direct supervision and gain hands-on experience, professional development, and exposure to department procedures and business operations. Training, assignments, and technologies will vary based on the department's needs and the intern's developing expertise. The internship includes department training, assistance with projects and routine staff tasks, and opportunities to learn about the healthcare insurance industry through volunteering, networking events, presentations, and discussions. The company promotes an inclusive workplace and provides reasonable accommodations as described in its employment statement.
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.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Upload a copy of a current transcript with the application; an unofficial transcript is acceptable, but screenshots or photos are not.
Nice To Haves
- At least 12 semester hours earned in the field of study and current enrollment in college 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, which may include documents, spreadsheets, databases, or related items.
- Use systems and tools to conduct research and assist with projects, following established procedures.
- Participate in department training and complete tasks that build applicable knowledge and skills, including learning departmental procedures and applying industry or field best practices.
- Communicate with other company areas as needed.
- Create, present, and/or report on area statistics or knowledge acquired, as applicable.
- Assist staff members with everyday tasks to learn business 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
