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Internships

Are you a current college student or recent graduate? If so, an internship at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama could be the perfect opportunity for you! Our internship program offers enriching, hands-on work experience that is both valuable and transformative. As a Blue Cross intern, you’ll gain practical experience in a corporate setting while honing essential relationship-building skills that will empower you to excel in a professional environment. 

The Blue Cross internship program provides a platform for you to demonstrate proactive leadership, engage in independent critical thinking, and cultivate professional interactions. This comprehensive experience will give you an unparalleled competitive edge as you embark on your career journey.

Interested in Future Internship Opportunities?

Thank you for your interest in summer internship opportunities with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. While applications may not currently be open, we invite you to join our Internship Interest List to be notified of upcoming opportunities.

By completing the interest form, you'll help us learn more about your academic and career interests. We will use this information to contact you when internship positions become available.

Click here to express your interest in future internship opportunities.

Why Choose Blue?

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10 Week Internship Program

The internship program offers hands-on, corporate-level experience, designed for current college students or recent graduates. It emphasizes developing relationship-building, leadership, critical thinking, and professional communication skills.

Paid Opportunities

Internships at Blue Cross are paid opportunities that provide students with meaningful professional experience while offering competitive compensation.

Posting Timeframe

Our summer internship positions are posted in October of each year for the following summer. Please visit our Careers page on the posting date to explore available roles and application details. Applications are carefully reviewed and selected candidates will be invited to interview with a Recruiting Consultant and the hiring manager.

Hybrid Positions

Blue Cross offers several internship roles under a hybrid structure, blending onsite and remote work to support both flexibility and meaningful in-person collaboration.

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Ready to make a difference?

Join us at Blue Cross and be part of a team that values diversity, fosters innovation, and is committed to making a positive impact every day!

What Our Interns are Saying

“What I loved most about my internship at Blue Cross was the people. From day one, I felt part of a family that genuinely supports and uplifts one another. That culture of care and growth inspired me to pursue a career here—not just to become a better employee, but a better person.”

Intern Class of 2024, Application Development Intern
Current Position: Application Systems Analyst/Programmer I

“Thanks to my internship with Blue Cross, I had the opportunity to strengthen skills gained from my undergraduate and graduate-level studies and increase my confidence in my abilities. Once I became a full-time employee, I was able to develop these skills even more and make lasting change within my department and the Company.”

Intern Class of 2024, Corporate Communications Intern
Current Position: Communications Specialist I

“When I began my internship, I was immediately drawn to the supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture. When the chance to come on board full time presented itself, I didn’t hesitate. With guidance and encouragement from leadership, I steadily grew within the organization and eventually earned a role in management. Looking ahead, I can see myself spending the rest of my career here—it’s a place where I feel valued and inspired to grow.“

Intern Class of 2016, Internal Audit Intern
Current Position: HR Manager

“During my summer internship with the Legal Department, I contributed to meaningful legal projects that provided a clear view of life as an attorney. This real-world experience helped me excel in law school and jump-started my legal career here at Blue Cross.”

Intern Class of 2022, Legal Intern
Current Position: Associate Counsel I

“My internship provided the opportunity to pursue my interest in full cycle recruiting in a corporate environment and allowed me to make meaningful contributions to support the work of the recruitment team. The HR internship served as the launching pad for my career and has allowed me to find ways to realize my full potential with each task I am given.”

Intern Class of 2020, HR Intern
Current Position: Lead Recruiting Consultant

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Find Your Place at Blue