Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware

Job Summary:

Horizon BCBS is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Office of Information Governance and Privacy. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of data privacy, information governance, including AI governance, and compliance while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Support privacy threshold analysis and impact assessments. Contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of privacy and information governance policies, procedures, and guidelines.Help track regulatory developments related to privacy and information governance laws (e.g., CCPA, HIPAA, NJDPA and emerging AI laws) and assess their impact on the organization.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with information governance and privacy policies.Support the management of privacy-related inquiries, complaints and investigations.Conduct research and prepare reports on best practices in privacy and information governance

Requirements:

Requires High School DiplomaCurrently pursuing an advanced degree in Information Technology, Law, Business Administration, Data Science, or a related field.Basic understanding of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).Interest in privacy, compliance, and information governance topics.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work well in teamsStrong work ethic and attention to detailInterest in diversity & inclusion, litigation and/or labor and employment lawSuperior interpersonal, influencing and persuasion skills as well as excellent relationship building skillsAbility to multi-task and to navigate relationships and time constrains effectively.Strong orientation to technology and excellent PC skills.(MS Office)Self-directed and motivated

Additional Information:

Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with seasoned professionalsIncrease knowledge of insurance law, litigation, labor and employment law and the operations of a corporate legal departmentGain cross functional knowledge on preventing legal liabilities as an HR or legal professional

Location: 3 Penn Plaza Newark NJ – Hybrid Work Schedule

Schedule: 8am-5pm (9 hour work day with lunch)

Duration: 11 week Summer Internship Program (June 2, 2025 – August 15, 2025)

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law.  Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.