Communications Intern

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 18 – 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

The Communications Intern will support a variety of corporate communications initiatives across the organization. This role will assist with reputation management, helping monitor public sentiment and contribute to proactive storytelling that strengthens the company’s brand. The intern will also play a key role in issues management, supporting rapid response communications needs, drafting messaging, and helping track emerging issues. In addition, the position will contribute to provider communications, helping develop clear, timely, and accurate materials tailored to strengthen and support our workforce.

What You Bring

• Currently enrolled in a degree seeking academic program, ideally in Communications, Journalism, or related fields
• Strong curiosity, drive, and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent time management and communication skills

Bonus Points

• Experience leveraging social media tools such as LinkedIn, X, and others
• Prior internship or project experience in corporate communications or journalism
• Creative thinking and writing skills

Compensation:

• Rising Sophomore: $20/hr
• Rising Junior/Senior $22/hr
• Masters / JD: $29/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