Business Intelligence Intern-2 at Blue Cross Blue Shield Kansas in Topeka, Kansas

Job Description:

Are you a student looking for an amazing opportunity to learn data science AND make a real difference in the lives of others? As a Business Intelligence Intern at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), you will help to create insightful dashboards and discover data insights to help guide BCBSKS enterprise decisions. This opportunity provides learning opportunities in computer programming, data preparation and cleaning, data visualizations and analysis, and machine learning. In this role, you will play an important part in the end-to-end analysis of customer and operational data, from gathering source data from subject matter experts, to delivering business insights to key stakeholders.


"This position is eligible to work hybrid (9 or more days a month onsite) in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment."



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Why Join Us?

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  Real World Experience: You will work hand in hand with our team in learning our business and applying your classroom learning.


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  Networking Opportunities: Participate in our corporate intern program and network with other interns at BCBSKS to enhance your learning opportunity.


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  Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.


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  Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.


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  Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

• Consult with internal stakeholders to understand business needs relevant to data analytics.


• Collect and clean relevant data from various sources.


• Analyze historical data for trends, patterns, and insights.


• Create predictive analytics for scenario forecasting.


• Develop data visualizations and interactive dashboards for internal stakeholders.


• Report key findings to internal stakeholders, communicating advanced mathematical ideas in easily understood terms.


• Prepare documentation, process maps, and modular software for use in various Business Intelligence applications.


• Develop/maintain systems supported by Business Intelligence.


• Prepare and/or design new reports and programs as needed.


• Regularly correspond with and answer questions from supervision and management concerning the systems maintained by Business Intelligence.


• Present summer projects in a final presentation to leadership.


• Complete special projects as assigned

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts program with at least 1 year of study in one or more of the following majors: mathematics, computer science, data science, finance, or management information systems.


• Requires a minimum GPA of 2.75.


• Requires experience with at least one object-oriented programming language.


• Ability to work with and learn various computer applications and programs utilized by the area.


• Communicate effectively with employees in all organizational levels.


• Have a proven record of low absenteeism.


• Need to be self-motivated and be able to carry out activities with a minimum of supervision

• Python is preferred.


• Experience with SQL is preferred.


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or other data visualization tool is preferred.

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package:
  
  
  
  • Incentive pay program (EPIP)
  
  
  • Health/Vision/Dental insurance
  
  
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
  
  
  • Fertility/Adoption assistance
  
  
  • 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
  
  
  • 5% 401(k) plan matching
  
  
  • Tuition reimbursement
  
  
  • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources