Summary
 

We have a job opening for the position of Accountant Business Unit Student Unit at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. The Intern position is utilized for training an active high school or college student towards an entry level role. The responsibilities vary and are based upon the needs of the area and the experience of the incumbent at the time of employment. The incumbent will work under direct supervision and will be responsible for performing entry-level tasks and for learning professional-level tasks relating to area operations.
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we have been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are committed to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Description
 

Logistics:

This is a part-time internship (24-hours/week) Monday-Friday (flexible schedule) working on-site at 17 Technology Circle, Columbia, SC 29203 in an office environment.

What You’ll Do:

• The Intern position is designed to provide training for actively enrolled high school or college students preparing for entry-level roles.
• Responsibilities may differ and are determined by the needs of the department and the qualifications of the individual at the time of hiring.
• This position involves working under direct supervision and entails responsibilities for performing entry-level tasks while gaining knowledge of professional-level tasks related to area operations.
• May support the implementation of various activities and programs for designated business units within the organization.
• Participates in departmental training programs aimed at helping individuals in this position acquire relevant knowledge and skills pertinent to their area of expertise.
• Assists with departmental tasks that facilitate the understanding of procedures and the application of industry best practices.
• May communicate with other areas of the company. May conduct research and analysis of various reports (monthly, quarterly, annually).
• Performs tasks that help in learning the business area and which provide an overall view of company operations.
• Assist other staff members with everyday tasks to gain an understanding of business operations and workflow.
• Completes other assigned area related tasks. May identify areas of needed improvement and communicates to management.

To Qualify for This Position, You Will Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 12 semester hours earned in Accounting and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards obtaining at least a 4-year degree in in Accounting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Developed organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical or critical thinking skills.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Effective planning and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to follow directions and ask questions to ensure a productive internship.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office software, especially Microsoft