Resp & Qualifications
The Data Analytics Intern role exists as a hiring strategy to bring in students enrolled in an accredited college or university who are pursuing at least a Bachelors degree in analytical and/or data visualization related fields to learn the business and technical side of healthcare from the ground up. Data and Analytics creates cutting edge analytic tools/visualizations to drive insights and faster decision making within the organization and provides critical support for key corporate initiatives. This role will require interaction with project stakeholders and business partners within the organization. This position will use analytically derived insights to develop and test solutions that enhance consumer engagement, improve health outcomes and reduce health care costs. This is a fast-paced, collaborative, and iterative environment requiring quick learning, agility and flexibility.
This is a Year-Round Internship. We are looking for students who can commit to work up to 15-20 hours per week during regular business hours (M-F 8-5PM) for the academic year in the Fall/Spring and 35-40 hours per week during the summer. This student will join our Winter/Spring cohort starting in January 2025.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the leadership and direction of a Manager of Reporting and Analytics, the principal duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following in a continuous learning environment:
- Work with multiple systems to extract, integrate and use large volumes of data to drive business insights
- Complete ad hoc and production analysis and reports in support of major corporate programs
- Develop visualizations (Dashboards, scorecards, etc.)
- Contribute and work on account reporting, quality and cost of care, provider performance, clinical outcomes, care program operations and efficiency
- Generate clear and concise documentation for project-based work
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: This position requires an individual working towards at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University. Junior or Senior Undergraduate student targeting majors in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or closely related field. Graduate level students will also be considered. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Abilities/Skills:
Students should possess the following skills:
- Beginner programming experience with SQL, R, Python, DBeaver, Snowflake, PowerBI or similar stack achieved through relevant coursework
- Strong research, analytical, written, and oral communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills and willingness to learn
- Beginner experience using leading visualization tools
- Willingness to work with and learn new technologies
- Beginner design work and/or use of relational databases
Salary Range: $18,720 - $26,000
Salary Range Disclaimer
The hire range posted is an annual rate. All intern positions will be paid hourly.
Department
Client Reporting and Analytics
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To Apply
Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship