Spring 2026

Intern

Epidemiologist / Biostatistician

Posted on 9/4/2025

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

10,001+ employees

Nonprofit mutual insurer administering health benefits

No salary listed

Detroit, MI, USA + 1 more

More locations: East Lansing, MI, USA

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Category
Biology & Biotech (2)
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Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Current undergraduate or graduate student with a 3.0 GPA or higher required.
  • Interns must be enrolled in a college/university or a Master’s/PhD program for the duration of the internship.
  • Effective verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Excellent organizational skills to deal with multiple projects and priorities.
  • Responsible for maintaining confidential information to the highest degree.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suites and applicable BCBSM systems.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in preparing information and research materials to identify business problems, offer recommendations and assist management with implementation of solutions.
  • Support leaders on projects designed to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.
  • Develop and maintain a solid understanding of BCBSM business, products, programs, data, organizational structure, controls, research.
  • Analyze business goals, objectives, and needs within the organization.
  • Participate in networking events with BCBSM leaders and other interns.
  • Engage in volunteer activities/community outreach to build knowledge of our communities and customers.
  • Participate in department meetings and events (i.e. monthly Diversity and Inclusion events, department wide team building events, weekly meetings to ensure team alignment, etc.).
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong analytic skills
  • Experience with statistical coding software (eg. SAS, R, SQL, etc.)
  • Ability to communicate analysis results and conclusions to diverse audiences
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is a nonprofit mutual insurer that administers health benefits for more than 4.3 million members in Michigan and nationwide. It offers group health plans for businesses of various sizes, including a private exchange that lets employers provide a selection of benefits, along with life and disability insurance. Benefits are delivered through employer-sponsored plans and a network-based coverage model, with plans tailored to organizations and employees. The goal is to keep health costs affordable and predictable while providing broad access to coverage and employee benefit options.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

1938

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Tricia Keith assumes CEO role January 1, 2025, driving operational efficiencies.
  • Relocates 130 employees to downtown Grand Rapids September 2026, optimizing real estate.
  • Emphasizes affordability, aligning with community health initiatives amid rising costs.

What critics are saying

  • New antitrust lawsuit over 'phantom tax' fees on self-funded plans triggers DOJ scrutiny.
  • Historical MFN clauses led to $30 million Shane Group settlement in 2019.
  • Cascade office closure raises real estate costs, pressuring $40.6 billion revenues.

What makes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan unique

  • BCBSM dominates Michigan with over 60% commercial insurance market share.
  • Offers diversified group plans, private exchange, life, and disability insurance.
  • Nonprofit mutual structure administers benefits for 4.3 million members nationwide.

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