Summer Associate Intern - Blue HPN (bcbsa)
Job posting number: #219531 (Ref:JR5268)
Job Description
The hiring range for this role is:
47,642.00 - 66,815.00This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately payJOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEW more or less than the hiring range and this hiring range may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Our Summer Internships Include:
• 10 week paid program during the Summer
• Challenging real-world, hands-on projects
• Mentoring from BCBSA Professionals
• Performance Evaluation Process & Presentations
• Volunteer Activity, Planned Social Outings and Networking Events
This internship is located in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid position with 3-4 days in-office.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to manage a project from start to finish, applying root cause analysis, identifying operational improvement opportunities and solutions, and building teamwork skills. You will interact directly with teams across the Blue System contributing to positive business outcomes for this National Network by improving the operational performance.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Increasing the usability of existing reports to improve claims processing and provider data submission.
• Enhancing a Plan-facing dashboard with data-driven insights to increase operational performance.
• Creating a framework to identify areas of opportunity in Plan processes and targeted Plan follow-up.
• Identifying reporting enhancements and creating internal and Plan-facing documentation.
• Gaining hands-on experience with Blue System operations, focusing on provider data and claims processing.
• Demonstrating the ability to interpret business needs and translate them into meaningful action.
• Identifying the root cause of problems and proposing mitigation plans.
• Working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Documenting new processes and developing a presentation on project summary and learning outcomes to present to division leadership
Primary Job Functions
Ensure complete confidentiality of company business.
Keep management informed about developments within areas of responsibility and handle special projects as needed.
Create a final PowerPoint presentation to share with department leadership, summarizing the internship experience, the assigned project, results, and any recommendations for future use.
Adhere to HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies, and other relevant corporate and departmental policies.
Education, Experience and Certification
Education
Required:
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Health Administration or related field
Graduation date between December 2025 – June 2026 (preferred)
A minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
Availability to work ten weeks during the summer
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated interpersonal skills
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Problem-solving and analytical skills
Self-starter with good time management skills
Proactive and eager to learn
Strong computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Tableau preferred.
Basic knowledge of the healthcare industry, particularly in provider data and claims processing is preferred
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
Financial Responsibilities
Revenue Responsibility: No
Budget Responsibility: No
People Management: No