2018 Fall Intern - Advanced Analytics

<p>With more than 7,000 employees, we are the largest health insurance company in Michigan. We offer an exciting work environment with a diverse group of employees. Our goal is to make health insurance easier for our members. We want to transform the industry and become a resource that people can trust.</p>

Detroit, MI

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (Internships)

Our Mission: We commit to being our members&rsquo; trusted partner by providing affordable, innovative products that improve their care and health. Our Customer Commitment: We aspire to be clear and simple, to help you make the right choices, to offer valuable coverage, and help you get quality health care for you and those you love. Our Commitment to our Social Mission: Increasing access to affordable health care Enhancing the quality of care patients receive Improving the health of Michigan&rsquo;s citizens and communities.&nbsp; <p><br />Our employees are eligible for several great perks:</p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) with company match</li> <li>Annual bonuses</li> <li>Tuition assistance</li> <li>Paid parking</li> </ul> http://www.bcbsm.com

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Full-Time

Paid Internship

Overview: <p><span style="font-size: small;">Intern Objectives:<br /></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Work on at least one major project that involves a mathematical model or complex data mining assignment that creates key findings for the organization</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Understand and utilize existing models or data mining studies</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Expand&nbsp; hands-on experience with various tools available for use</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Participate in all intern activities (team building, quizzes, etc.) and department events</span></li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <p><span style="font-size: small;">Job Assignments and Responsibilities:</span></p> <ul> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Interpret analytical results using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Complete an internship project that is well documented and repeatable</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Write and publish progress reports, identify project milestones, and recommend needed modifications</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Be accountable and responsible for work assignments</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Act professional and work during core business hours</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Work with business/technical resources to identify analytical requirements</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Participate in meetings and present in front of the group when necessary</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Complete any assignments given from the internship program</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned</span></div> </li> </ul>
Requirements: <span id="requisitionDescriptionInterface.ID1550.row1" class="subtitle" title="">Required &amp; Preferred Skills</span><span class="blockpanel"><span class="">&nbsp;</span></span> <p><span style="font-size: small;">Preferred Major(s):<br />Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small;">Preferred and Minimum Candidate Standing:<br />3.2 GPA and In Good Academic Standing</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small;">Desired GPA:<br />3.4+ GPA</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small;">Desired skills and competencies:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Healthcare experience preferred</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Advanced mathematic or statistical background</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Programming experience</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Experience using statistical software such as SAS E-Miner and R</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Preferred Work Experience:</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">At least 1 year of work experience in a corporate or academic setting</span></li> </ul>