About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together finding a better way and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference join us.

Program Duration

Our internship program runs approximately 40 hours per week from June 1st through mid-August.

The Impact You Will Have

This internship position supports the direct sales staff and internal sales team in facilitating the sales process. The role involves interaction with various internal and external stakeholders.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide support to sales leads and Sales Advisors throughout the RFP/proposal process.

• Assist in coordinating internal resources (Product underwriting RFP network marketing etc.) for the sales team.

• Gain knowledge assisting brokers/consultants and prospects to facilitate data gathering RFP preparation and overall sales process.

• Gain comprehensive knowledge of products and service options for clients.

• Assist in content creation for Strategic Sales Consultants and sales leaders for internal and external presentations.

• Assist in the creation and analysis of network financial information for sales leads.

• Support the execution of broker and consultant strategic plans.

• Aid the sales management team in achieving annual sales plans membership and financial targets and maintaining strong broker/consultant relations.

Requirements

To be considered for this internship candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Must be enrolled in an educational program for the duration of the internship.

• Completed at least one year (2 semesters or credits equivalent) by the start of the internship.

• Undergraduate student currently enrolled as a junior or senior.

• Relevant coursework or experience in sales marketing or related fields.

• Application knowledge of Word Excel and PowerPoint OneNote

• Ability to communicate to all levels within the organization.

• Ability to gather categorize and prioritize information.

• Professional demeanor positive attitude and a customer service orientation.

• Willingness to take initiative and learn new concepts and technical skills

• Ability to work in a hybrid environment including being on-site at least 2 days per week.

Perks of Interning at Blue Cross

Real project impact

Dive into meaningful projects that matter. Your contributions will shape our success and youll see the tangible results of your work.

Enterprise-wide network

Connect with individuals across the organization. Develop relationships learn from diverse perspectives and expand your professional network.

Continuous learning

Every day is a chance to learn. On-the-job experiences will sharpen your skills accelerate your growth and drive your career forward.

Additional benefits include

• Planned personal and professional development events

• On-site café with breakfast lunch and grab-and-go options

• Free parking

• Business-casual attire

• On-site fitness center

• Hybrid environment

Role Designation

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships creativity and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position including skills ability and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 401k

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer please review our benefits page.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

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