Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield North Little Rock, AR
2022-04-23

Intern - IT Support Services

3.9
ABCBS has a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy for designated employees, including employees hired on or after October 1, 2021. Any qualified individual selected for a position will receive a conditional offer of employment which requires that they comply with the Mandatory Vaccination Policy for Designated Employees prior to their first date of employment. All new employees must show proof of vaccination or show proof of the first vaccination no later than the first date of employment with agreement to become fully vaccinated after employment has begun. Any qualified individual selected for a position seeking an exemption from this requirement for medical or religious reasons should complete a request for accommodation form and submit the form to the Human Resources department as described in the Mandatory Vaccination Policy for Designated Employees prior to their first date of employment and cannot begin employment unless and until such accommodation request is approved. This can be provided to you by contacting
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Job Summary
The Summer Internship Program at Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield is a key source for identifying, attracting and developing future talent within our company. We are seeking self-motivated candidates who possess a strong technical aptitude, keen analytical, problem-solving ability, excellent communication skills, and leadership skills.

This program is a great way to gain a head start on your career by working on meaningful projects, learning valuable skills, connecting with employees and managers throughout the company, and potentially building a future career at the company. Through hands-on relevant work experience, the internship program will allow the student or graduate to learn the business of Arkansas Blue Cross.

The IT Support Services Intern will work with teams across the enterprise to support ongoing efforts to improve the infrastructure of our technology. This person will primarily be responsible for analyzing and outlining current processes, allowing us to identify bottlenecks, end user pain points, and/or opportunities for automation. The intern will work with appropriate subject matter experts to make suggestions for addressing challenges and/or making improvements. Finally, they will present their efforts and results to the leadership of the IT department and ultimately to the internship program officials.

Interns will receive professional coaching and participate in team building exercises. Weekly leadership forums are required where the intern will participate in open discussions regarding the corporate business and culture
Requirements
Education & Experience:
Intern I
1. Sophomore year in college (At least 30 credit hours but fewer than 60 credit hours).
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation. (At least one from the attending school)
4. A minimum of 6.0 college credit hours in one of the requested disciplines.
5. Intern must live in Arkansas during the internship program (Relocation expense will not be paid.) Due to pandemic, remote opportunities are planned for 2022.

Intern II
1. Junior year in college (At least 60 credit hours but fewer than 90 credit hours).
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation. (At least one from the attending school)
4. A minimum of 12.0 college credit hours in one of the requested disciplines.
5. Intern must live in Arkansas during the internship program (Relocation expense will not be paid.) Due to pandemic, remote opportunities are planned for 2022.

Intern III
1. Senior year in college (At least 90 credit hours).
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation. (At least one from the attending school)
4. A minimum of 18.0 college credit hours in one of the requested disciplines.
5. Intern must live in Arkansas during the internship program (Relocation expense will not be paid.) Due to pandemic, remote opportunities are planned for 2022.

Intern IV
1. Bachelor’s degree in requested discipline or a related degree if applicable
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation. (at least one from the attending school)
4. Intern must live in Arkansas during the internship program (Relocation expense will not be paid.) Due to pandemic, remote opportunities are planned for 2022.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills

  • Computer Literacy
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Analytical
  • Learning Quickly
  • Teamwork
  • Project Experience
  • Presenting to Groups
  • Presentation Development
  • Problem Solving
  • Highly Motivated Self-Starter
  • Work Ethics
  • Microsoft Office
Skills
Analytical, Computer Literacy, Highly Motivated Self-Starter, Learning Quickly, Microsoft Office, Presentation Development, Presenting to Groups, Problem Solving, Project Experience, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Work Ethics, Written Communication
Responsibilities
Assists with various job functions as needed, Participates in projects as needed
Certifications
Security Requirements
This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual.
Segregation of Duties
Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual.
Employment Type
Seasonal (Seasonal)
Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer and is subject to federal regulations pertaining to employment. Arkansas Blue Cross does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. Arkansas Blue Cross also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment.
You must apply using your Legal Name. Current Workers/Contingent Workers/Contractors: Apply with your existing worker account (Workday) from the enterprise network. (Do not apply from this site - apply internally only)
ADA Requirements
1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment