**Job Description** Blue Cross NC is dedicated to making healthcare better for ALL. Our internship program is highly regarded in our culture as a way to infuse our culture with early career talent, new perspectives and generational inclusivity. Our leaders are asked to make sure they are providing meaningful opportunities for interns to contribute to initiatives, and we highlight those at the end of the internship term. We are a hybrid-flex environment and most of your work will be done at home, but we provide value-added opportunities for you to convene with your cohort at our Durham campus. **What You'll do** For this role we are specifically looking for a motivated and detail-oriented intern currently enrolled in a Masters program at an accredited College or University in North Carolina and eager to join our Medicare Product and Market Strategy team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the healthcare industry, specifically focusing on Medicare products and market strategies. The intern will work closely with our team to support various projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing our Medicare offerings and expanding our market presence. + Assist in the development and implementation of market research initiatives to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape. + Support the analysis of Medicare product performance and market data to inform strategic decisions. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data related to product development, pricing, and distribution. + Contribute to the creation of marketing materials, presentations, and reports for internal and external stakeholders. + Participate in brainstorming sessions and strategy meetings to generate innovative ideas for product and market growth. + Assist in the coordination of events, webinars, and other promotional activities. + Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the team. **What you Bring** + Currently pursuing a Masters degree in Business, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. + Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret data and draw meaningful conclusions. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). + Ability to work 40 hours per week for 10 weeks from May 19 – July 25, 2025 **Bonus Points** + Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. + Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. + Passion for healthcare and interest in Medicare products and services. **Compensation** + Undergraduates: Rising Sophomore:  $18/hr + Undergraduates: Rising Junior/Senior: $21/hr + Returning Interns: $23/hr  + Masters Students/JD:  $27/hr   + MBA Students/PharmD: $36/hr To learn more and check out blogs written by former interns, visit our Summer Internship Program website . **Salary Range** At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs. _*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance._ $41,600.00 - $46,600.00 **About Us** It's an exciting time to work at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). Health care is changing, and we're leading the way. We offer more than health insurance our customers can count on. We’re committed to better health and better health care − in our communities and beyond. Our employees bring energy and creativity to the workplace, and it shows in our innovative approach to improving the health and well-being of North Carolinians. Blue Cross NC is a fully taxed, not-for-profit company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. We serve more than 4.3 million members, and we employ more than 5,000 people across the country who are passionate about making health care better for all. Help us lead the charge for better health care by joining our award-winning team. Discover tremendous opportunities with us to do challenging and rewarding work. Opportunities that can lead you to a fulfilling career, work that can help others lead healthier, happier lives. **Authorization to Work in the United States** We use E-verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify Overview (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview) for English or Visión General de E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/es/empleados/vision-general-de-e-verify) for Español. **Request Accommodations** Blue Cross NC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify HR at HR.Staffing@bcbsnc.com . **For most roles, you can choose where to work - fully remote in one of the states listed below, in the office, or a hybrid of the two:** Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming