Summary
Intern position utilized for training an active high school or college student towards an entry level role. Responsibilities vary and are based upon the needs of the area and the experience of the incumbent at the time of employment. This incumbent works under direct supervision and has responsibilities for performing entry-level tasks and for learning professional-level tasks relating to area operations.
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description
Logistics:
This is a part-time internship (20-hours/week) Monday-Friday (flexible schedule) working on-site at 3700 Colonnade Parkway, Suite 240 Birmingham, AL 35243, in an office environment.
Our Student Business Employees have the opportunity to:
- Participate in business unit/department training designed to help this position acquire applicable knowledge/skills in their area of study.
- Complete area tasks that are conducive to learning the departmental procedures and applying industry/field best practices.
- Communicate with other areas of the company. May create, present and/or report on area statistics and/or knowledge acquired.
- Perform tasks that help in learning the business area and which provide an overall view of company operations.
- Assist other staff members with everyday tasks in order to gain an understanding of business operations and workflow.
- Completes other assigned area related tasks.
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required Specialized Training:
- Must have a minimum of 12 semester hours earned in Accounting and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards obtaining at least a 4-year degree in Accounting..
- PLEASE UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS(S) WITH RESUME.
Required Work Experience:
- No previous work experience is required.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Developed organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Analytical or critical thinking skills.
- Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
- Effective planning and multi-tasking skills.
- Strong listening skills and the ability to follow directions and ask questions to ensure a productive internship.
- Proficiency with Microsoft office software, especially Microsoft Word and Excel.
Required Software and Tools:
Work Environment:
- Onsite in Birmingham, AL
- Internship is paid and housing assistance is NOT provided
- You'll help us build the reputation we have for quality, trustworthiness and stability while working in a fun-filled environment.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.