Sustainability and Impact Summer Intern (Masters)
About The Position
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, we are committed to making health care better for all. Our award-winning internship program contributes to our company culture, bringing in fresh perspectives and early-career talent to shape the future of health care. As an intern, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with innovative leaders, and make a real impact on our communities. Our hybrid-flex work environment allows you to thrive remotely while connecting in person with your cohort at our Durham campus during key events. Program Details Duration: 10-week internship from May 18 – July 24, 2026 Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) Work Environment: Hybrid – remote work from the state of North Carolina with onsite events at our Durham campus Residency Requirement: Interns must reside in the state of North Carolina for the duration of the program Experience: Hands-on project work that supports our customers and strengthens communities across North Carolina Mentorship: Interns are paired with a mentor and receive regular feedback to support their development What You’ll Do Join the Sustainability & Impact team, where we ensure that Blue Cross NC operates responsibly by aligning business goals with long-term societal and environmental health and wellbeing. As an intern, you’ll support our carbon footprint and operational efficiency efforts, gaining exposure to how companies approach long-term goal-setting, account for their greenhouse gas impact in areas such as supply chain, and consider sustainability certifications such as WELL. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to work that drives real change in healthcare.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a degree seeking Graduate (MBA, Masters) academic program, ideally in sustainability or corporate social responsibility
- Strong curiosity, drive, and ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Interns must reside in the state of North Carolina for the duration of the program
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data and reporting concepts
- Prior internship or project experience in sustainability or corporate social responsibility
- Familiarity with concepts such as carbon footprint and social impact tracking
Responsibilities
- Support our carbon footprint and operational efficiency efforts
- Gain exposure to how companies approach long-term goal-setting
- Account for their greenhouse gas impact in areas such as supply chain
- Consider sustainability certifications such as WELL
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Contribute to work that drives real change in healthcare
Benefits
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Competitive health benefits and wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
