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Expression of Interest: 2026 Summer Internship Program

Interested in joining our Summer 2026 Internship Program?

We’ll begin accepting applications in **November 2025** —but you don’t have to wait to get on our radar.

Submitting your interest here ensures you'll be among the first to be notified via email when our Summer 2026 internship roles open.

Who we are

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, we are committed to making health care better for all. Our** award-winning internship program (https://resources.ripplematch.com/blue-cross-and-blue-shield-of-north-carolina-2025-campus-forward-award-winner) **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.

Whether you're passionate about **data analytics, marketing, healthcare operations, technology, or more** , we want to hear from you.

**Location** **:** Hybrid (Remote + Durham, NC campus)

**Duration** **:** May 18 – July 24, 2026

**Application Type** **:** Expression of Interest (EOI) – Submit your interest

now and be the first to hear when specific roles open!

Program Highlights

+ **10-week paid internship** (Full-time, 40 hours/week)

+ **Hybrid-flex work model** : Work remotely with in-person events at our Durham campus

+ **Residency Requirement** : Interns must reside in **North Carolina** during the program

+ **Mentorship & Development** : One-on-one mentorship, regular feedback, and professional development opportunities

+ **Real Impact** : Work on projects that support our customers and strengthen communities across the state

Who Should Express Interest?

We’re looking for students who are:

+ Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program (undergraduate or graduate)

+ Curious, driven, and eager to learn

+ Strong communicators with good time management skills

+ Interested in making a difference in healthcare and community well-being

Next Steps

Submit your resume and we’ll notify you via email when specific internship roles open and guide you through the next steps in the application process.

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 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 [email protected] .

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