Strategy, Planning & Performance Intern - Masters or MBA
Job Description
At Blue Cross NC, we are committed to making healthcare better for everyone. Our internship program is a cornerstone of our company culture, bringing in fresh perspectives and early-career talent to shape the future of healthcare. During your time with us, youll contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives, work alongside innovative leaders, and make a real impact on our communities. Our hybrid-flex work environment allows you to thrive from home while also connecting in person with your cohort at our Durham campus during key events.
The Blue Cross NC Diversified Business Group (DBG) is focused on driving improvements in health care, affordability, access and equity through investments and partnerships with innovative health care organizations in North Carolina and beyond. We have a history of forging forward-thinking partnerships and investments with like-minded partners to create the blueprint of the future of health care.
Strategy, Planning & Performance Summer Intern
Our Diversified Business Group division has an opportunity for an MBA/Masters level summer intern to join the Strategy, Planning & Performance (SPP) team.
The Strategy, Planning & Performance Intern joins the DBG vertical responsible for the long-term strategy of existing and new ventures including annual strategic planning and ongoing business performance.
What Youll Do
The Strategy, Planning and Performance intern will gain experience working on a variety of projects such as: support strategy development for our asset portfolio and potential new ventures; support discussion with fund partners, startups and other interesting market players to gain insights and create connections in support of core business functions; and support strategy and new ventures contributions to recurring governance functions such as divisional or enterprise quarterly business reviews. You may also support divisional and inter-divisional planning processes to advocate for the priorities, needs, and outputs of the Diversified Business Group.
What You Bring
You will graduate from an accredited university or college with an MBA, MPH or MHA in December 2025 or May 2026.
Project management experience
Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Solid organizational skills including prioritization and time management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel and PowerPoint
Exposure to healthcare through coursework or prior work/internships
Curiosity, drive and the ability to work independently and in a team.
Bonus Points
Background or familiarity with strategy or strategic planning
Stakeholder management experience
Youre curious, eager to learn, and open to coaching to help you grow professionally.
You bring positive energy, enjoy collaborating with others, hearing other perspectives and sharing your own creative ideas.
Youre energized by our mission to improve the health and well-being of our communities.
Intern rates of pay:
Undergraduates: Rising Sophomore: $18/hr
Undergraduates: Rising Junior/Senior: $21/hr
Returning Interns: $23/hr
Masters Students/JD: $27/hr
MBA Students/PharmD: $36/hr
Salary Range
At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.
Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.
$41,600.00 - $46,600.00
Apply Now
At Blue Cross NC, we are committed to making healthcare better for everyone. Our internship program is a cornerstone of our company culture, bringing in fresh perspectives and early-career talent to shape the future of healthcare. During your time with us, youll contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives, work alongside innovative leaders, and make a real impact on our communities. Our hybrid-flex work environment allows you to thrive from home while also connecting in person with your cohort at our Durham campus during key events.
The Blue Cross NC Diversified Business Group (DBG) is focused on driving improvements in health care, affordability, access and equity through investments and partnerships with innovative health care organizations in North Carolina and beyond. We have a history of forging forward-thinking partnerships and investments with like-minded partners to create the blueprint of the future of health care.
Strategy, Planning & Performance Summer Intern
Our Diversified Business Group division has an opportunity for an MBA/Masters level summer intern to join the Strategy, Planning & Performance (SPP) team.
The Strategy, Planning & Performance Intern joins the DBG vertical responsible for the long-term strategy of existing and new ventures including annual strategic planning and ongoing business performance.
What Youll Do
The Strategy, Planning and Performance intern will gain experience working on a variety of projects such as: support strategy development for our asset portfolio and potential new ventures; support discussion with fund partners, startups and other interesting market players to gain insights and create connections in support of core business functions; and support strategy and new ventures contributions to recurring governance functions such as divisional or enterprise quarterly business reviews. You may also support divisional and inter-divisional planning processes to advocate for the priorities, needs, and outputs of the Diversified Business Group.
What You Bring
You will graduate from an accredited university or college with an MBA, MPH or MHA in December 2025 or May 2026.
Project management experience
Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Solid organizational skills including prioritization and time management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel and PowerPoint
Exposure to healthcare through coursework or prior work/internships
Curiosity, drive and the ability to work independently and in a team.
Bonus Points
Background or familiarity with strategy or strategic planning
Stakeholder management experience
Youre curious, eager to learn, and open to coaching to help you grow professionally.
You bring positive energy, enjoy collaborating with others, hearing other perspectives and sharing your own creative ideas.
Youre energized by our mission to improve the health and well-being of our communities.
Intern rates of pay:
Undergraduates: Rising Sophomore: $18/hr
Undergraduates: Rising Junior/Senior: $21/hr
Returning Interns: $23/hr
Masters Students/JD: $27/hr
MBA Students/PharmD: $36/hr
Salary Range
At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.
Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.
$41,600.00 - $46,600.00
Apply Now