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Summer Intern: Enterprise Growth & Strategy Analyst

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
  • Philadelphia, PA
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Enterprise Growth & Strategy Internship

    Independence Blue Cross

    Serving more than 8 million people nationwide, including 2.5 million in southeastern Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - together with its subsidiaries - is the leading health insurance organization in the Philadelphia region. Our mission to build healthier lives for you, your family, and your employees shapes our actions and decisions every day.

    At Independence, we see each of our members as an individual, with unique needs and concerns. We're dedicated to harnessing the very latest ideas and technologies to deliver access to care that meets those needs and surpasses your expectations. For more information about Independence access our website at www.ibx.com. We're revolutionizing health care, and our focus is on you!

    About The Department:

    The Enterprise Strategy & Growth team helps shape the organization's long-term direction by identifying growth opportunities, evaluating market trends, and driving strategic priorities across the business. The department brings together expertise in corporate strategy, corporate development, market intelligence, portfolio management, strategic capabilities, and continuous improvement to support informed decision-making and sustainable growth. Interns will gain exposure to strategic projects and cross-functional collaboration while developing a broad understanding of the business.

    Job Description:

    The Enterprise Growth & Strategy intern will help support IBX's efforts to identify growth opportunities, advance strategic initiatives, and improve execution across key business priorities.

    Key responsibilities may include:

    • Conduct research and analysis on market, industry, and competitive trends to identify key insights and opportunities.
    • Support strategic planning initiatives through data analysis, research, and cross-functional collaboration.
    • Monitor and evaluate the performance of key initiatives, programs, and business priorities.
    • Develop analyses and recommendations that help leadership make informed, data-driven decisions.

    Qualifications:

    • Demonstrated ability to conduct research and gather relevant information from a variety of sources.
    • Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into meaningful insights.
    • Proven problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including the ability to analyze data and create effective presentations.
    • Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, and a strong desire to learn and grow.

    Education:

    • Pursuing a degree in Business Strategy, Project/Program Management, Business/Corporate Development, and/or Healthcare
    • Current Junior, Senior, or Recent grad up to one year

    GPA Requirement:

    • 3.5+ or higher

    Program Dates

    Program Start Date: June 1, 2027

    Program Completion Date: August 6, 2027

    Work Hours

    Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (37.5 hours per week)

    Location

    1901 Market Street, Philadelphia 19103

    IBX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.

    Must have an Android or iOS device which is compatible with the free Microsoft Authenticator app.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPhiladelphia, PA
    IndustryInsurance
    Company Size2,000 to 2,499 employees
    Websitehttps://www.bcbs.com/about-us/careers

    About Company

    At the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), we provide business strategy, technical support and consulting expertise to 36 Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies across the nation, employing more than 1,000 of the best strategic thinkers in the industry. We are a Brand manager that sets quality control standards for the 36 independent companies that use the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Brands, and we serve as a trade association that represents these Blue companies. It is through our involvement that the Blues companies share a united vision and strategy while also benefiting from the local strength of all member companies.

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Strategyunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Competitive Analysis/Strategyunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corporate Planningunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
    • Investment Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Market Analysisunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Strategic Analysisunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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