Intern - Channel Contracting at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota – Eagan, Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

Position Title: Intern - Channel Contracting
Location: Hybrid | Eagan, Minnesota
Career Area: Intern
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

Program Duration

Our intern program runs approximately 40 hours per week, June 1st through mid‑August.

The Impact You Will Have

In this internship, you will support the Channel Contracting Team within Channel Operations. Channel Contracting partners with agencies to prepare them to sell BCBSMN insurance products. As an intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in contract management, auditing, and operational processes that directly support our distribution channels.

Your Responsibilities

Assist with updating agency contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Perform administrator audits to support governance and operational integrity.

Support Channel Contracting team members on various administrative and operational tasks.

Collaborate with internal partners to support contract‑related workflows.

Required Skills and Experiences

• To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the followingminimumrequirements:

• Must be enrolled in an educational program for the duration of the internship.

• Completed at least one year (2 semesters or credits equivalent) by the start of the internship.

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior as of Summer 2026, pursuing a degree in Business, Law, Communications, or a related major.

• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Strong technical competency and proficiency using various software applications.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and customer service orientation.

• Willingness to take initiative and learn new concepts and technical skills.

• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, including being onsite at least 2 days per week.

Preferred Skills and Experiences

• Experience working with legal contracts.

Perks of Interning at Blue Cross

Real project impact

Dive into meaningful projects that matter. Your contributions will shape our success, and you'll see the tangible results of your work.

Enterprise-wide network

Connect with individuals across the organization. Develop relationships, learn from diverse perspectives, and expand your professional network.

Continuous learning

Every day is a chance to learn. On-the-job experiences will sharpen your skills, accelerate your growth, and drive your career forward.

Additional Benefits

• Planned personal and professional development events

• On-site café with breakfast, lunch, and grab-and-go options

• Free parking

• Business-casual attire

• On-site fitness center

• Hybrid environment

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $22.50 - $23.50 - $24.50 Hourly

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week - most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.