Summer Student Intern - Accounting

Internal Reference Number : R1047812

Summary We have a job opening for the position of Summer Student Intern Accounting position at CGS one of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina subsidiary companies. Intern position is utilized for training an active college student towards a professional-level role. The responsibilities vary and are based upon the needs of the area and the experience of the incumbent at the time of employment. This incumbent works under direct supervision and has responsibilities for performing entry-level tasks and for learning professional-level tasks relating to area operations.

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we have been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina ... and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allow us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are committed to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!Description

Logistics : CGS (cgsadmin.com) - one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.

Location : This position is full-time (40-hours / week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8 : 00AM-5 : 00PM. This role is located at 3021 Montvale Drive, Suite D Springfield, IL 62704.

SCA Benefit Requirements : BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its subsidiary companies have contracts with the federal government subject to the Service Contract Act ( SCA ). Under the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), employees cannot opt out of health benefits. Employees will receive supplemental pay until they are enrolled in health benefits 28 days after the hire date.

What You'll Do :

Completes tasks for maintaining information used in the department. Maintain documents, spreadsheets, databases or related items. Utilize various systems and tools, performs research and assists with projects as needed. Follows established procedures.

Participates in business unit / department training designed to help this position acquire applicable knowledge / skills in their area of study. Completes area tasks that are conducive to learning the departmental procedures and applying industry / field best practices. May communicate with other areas of the company. May create, present and / or report on area statistics and / or knowledge acquired.

Performs tasks that help in learning the business area and which provide an overall view of company operations. Assist other staff members with everyday tasks to gain an understanding of business operations and workflow.

Completes other assigned area related tasks.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following :

Required Education : High School Diploma or equivalent

Specialized Training : Must have a minimum of 12 semester hours earned in the field(s) specified by the hiring area and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards obtaining at least a 4-year degree in the field(s) specified by the hiring area.

Required Experience : No previous work experience is required.

Required Software and tools : Microsoft Office

Required Skills and Abilities :

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Strong organizational abilities and a keen attention to detail.

Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

Good planning and multi-tasking skills.

Proficient listening skills, coupled with the capability to adhere to instructions and pose inquiries, are essential for ensuring a productive internship.

We Prefer That You Have The Following :

1 year of general work history / experience.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following :

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You : (Standard, unless otherwise directed)

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next : (Standard, unless otherwise instructed during intake)

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.comor call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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