• Job Description

  Req#: RQ0018138

  Job Description

  At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, we are committed to making health care better for all. Our award-winning internship program contributes to our company culture, bringing in fresh perspectives and early-career talent to shape the future of health care. As an intern, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with innovative leaders, and make a real impact on our communities. Our hybrid-flex work environment allows you to thrive remotely while connecting in person with your cohort at our Durham campus during key events.

  Program Details

  • Duration : 10-week internship from May 1 8 – July 24 , 2026

  • Schedule : Full-time ( 40 hours /week)

  • Work Environment : Hybrid – remote work from the state of North Carolina with onsite events at our Durham campus

  • Residency Requirement : Interns must reside in the state of North Carolina for the duration of the program

  • Experience : Hands-on project work that supports our customers and strengthens communities across North Carolina

  • Mentorship : Interns are paired with a mentor and receive regular feedback to support their development

  What You’ll Do

  Join the County Engagement Team, where we work to deepen county relationships and understand unique local perspectives to provide the best service and support to agencies, organizations , and individuals across all 100 count ies . As an intern, you’ll support Public Health Initiatives and Healthy Blue (Blue Cross NC’s Medicaid Offering) , gaining exposure to population health program development focused on child health and community stakeholder engage ment around important health topics . You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to work that drives real change in healthcare.

  What You Bring

  • Currently enrolled in a degree seeking academic program, ideally in Public Health, Health Sciences, Social Work or related fields

  • Strong curiosity, drive, and ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Excellent time management and communication skills

  Bonus Points

  • Experience with project development concepts

  • Previous internship, volunteer, or project experience in community engagement, public health, or health equity initiatives.

  • Passion for improving health outcomes for children and adolescents

  Compensation:

  • Rising Sophomore: $ 20 / hr

  • Rising Junior/Senior $2 2 / hr

  • Masters / JD: $2 9 / hr

  • MBA / PharmD: $36/ hr

  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 - $66,561.00

  Skills

  Collaboration, Communication, Community Outreach, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Event Planning, Government Program Management, Government Programs, Human Resources (HR), Leadership, Multitasking, Problem Solving, Project Supervision, Public Speaking, Researching, Self Motivation, Taking Initiative, Team Development, Teamwork

• About the company

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