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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina · 1 day ago

IT Student Intern

Columbia, SC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is one of Columbia’s largest technology employers, offering a Summer Internship for students. The IT Student Intern will gain hands-on experience in various IT-related tasks while working under direct supervision, contributing to application development, system support, and more.

Financial ServicesHealth CareHealth InsuranceInsuranceMedical

Responsibilities

Training, tasks, and technologies you’ll use will vary based on the area you are assigned

Some of the I/S areas our interns will work in include application development, application/system support, hardware/workstation support, infrastructure/network administration, project management, security and compliance, etc

You will participate in a variety of volunteering and networking events, presentations, and discussions to learn more about the healthcare insurance industry, BlueCross, the I/S division, Columbia, and our post-graduate IT training program (ELTP)

Qualification

Computer ScienceMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsPlanning skillsMulti-tasking skillsListening skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must have a minimum of 12 semester hours earned in the field of Computer Science or other IT-related majors and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards obtaining a 4-year degree in Computer Science or other IT-related majors

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Analytical or critical thinking skills

Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion

Good planning and multi-tasking skills

Strong listening skills and the ability to follow directions and ask questions to ensure a productive internship

Microsoft Office

Please attach a copy of your current transcript when you apply. An unofficial version is fine. No screenshots or photos

Preferred

Skills related to your area of interest (e.g. programming, infrastructure, etc.)

Benefits

Mentorship and exposure to industry-leading experts

Volunteer and networking opportunities

Paid holidays during the internship

Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

Employee Assistance programs

Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

Company

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

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For more than six decades, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been part of the national landscape. Our roots are firmly embedded in the state.

Founded in 1946