All about us

You likely know us as an insurance company, but that's just a portion of what we do. Hundreds of thousands of North Dakotans trust us to provide them with personalized service and unmatched access to care. It's a mission we take seriously.

We also work with entities throughout the state to challenge the cost and complexity of health care in North Dakota. This uncompromising goal requires caring, innovative people who are ready and willing to help create a new level of health and well-being in North Dakota and beyond.

All about The Caring Foundation

Learn more here about how Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota is building a foundation for the health and well-being of North Dakotans:

Work environment

This opportunity is eligible for a hybrid or an in-office work arrangement based out of the Fargo, ND office. We empower our employees to find a work style that is best for them. Click to learn more.

The internship has a flexible start date, but ideally, we would like the intern to start part-time in August, working 15-20 hours per week. Hours worked are also very flexible!

Pay information

Pay Level: 014

FLSA Category: Non-Exempt-Hourly

A day in the life

• Assist and support the BCBSND Caring foundation staff
• Create and assist with research
• Support execution of short and long-term project strategy initiatives
• Prepare presentation materials for employee meetings and forums
• Support administrative needs
• Complete other special projects as assigned

We are looking for candidates that have a strong desire to learn along with professional drive, detailed oriented, ability to multitask, can work independently and in a team setting. Looking for candidates who have a passion for the community and bettering the health and well-being of others. Knowledge of SharePoint and Microsoft office products is preferred.

Your responsibilities will include

• Job responsibilities are outlined in an individual work plan for each intern position; however, assignments will generally include the following types of job duties:
  • Researching or gathering information in support of other staff or projects.
  • Reviewing and summarizing data.
  • Verifying the accuracy of information, reconciling data and identifying inconsistencies.
  • Developing spreadsheet(s) or database file(s), inputting data and identifying trends.
  • Preparing draft presentation material.
  • Creating content or preparing informational material for internal or external clients.
  • Assisting in planning events or program rollout.
  • Participating in training activities.
• Demonstrates professional workplace behaviors, is punctual and presents an appropriate appearance. Respects company policies and demonstrates ethical conduct.

What you need to succeed

• Currently completing post-secondary studies in a specified field or a recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications or Journalism is preferred.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and attentive to detail.
• Ability to take initiative in a team environment.
• Collaborates with team members, mentors, and leaders within the organization.
• Coachable with a highly motivated work ethic.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Equivalent combination of education, experience or training determined to be acceptable by Human Resources may be substituted, unless regulated by contract or program standards

Benefits and perks

• Encouraged paid time off including paid holidays.
• 4 hours of paid volunteer time with a $200 donation to a charity of your choice upon completion of all volunteer hours.
• Employee recognition, community initiative events and yearly company outings.
• Workplace flexibility offering remote, office or hybrid work schedules and the freedom to make time for important commitments.
• 401k eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individual with Disabilities, as well as Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity.

For questions, please email .

This job posting will be closed 5/6/2024 at 8:00 a.m. (CT). No further applications will be considered.