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Human Resources Internship (Insure Your Future)

Intern

Department: Internships

Work Environment: Hybrid

Pay Grade: 1

Why choose an internship with Wellmark? We strive to offer meaningful work that assists in your professional development and provides value to the team. You will gain valuable experience within the health insurance industry and put the skills and knowledge you've acquired in school to practice this summer during our 2026 Summer Internship Program. You will have the opportunity to learn from subject matter experts and leaders within the industry, network with fellow internship program participants, and gain practical, hands-on work experience.

If you're eager to learn, collaborate with others, demonstrate your potential, develop customer-focused solutions, and grow into an exciting career, we hope you'll consider an internship with us!

Job Description

What does the Human Resources Division do? Our Human Resources team supports leaders and employees throughout the organization, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We work collaboratively to enhance the employee experience, including everything from recruitment and onboarding to professional development and employee benefits.

What projects might I support? Although subject to change, examples of work you will be contributing to include:

• Collaborate with various Human Resource team members to complete meaningful assignments that foster interpersonal relationships and provide exposure to teams across the Wellmark organization
• Support project and operational work where you will leverage problem solving skills, complete research deliverables, utilize communication skills (written, verbal, facilitation) and collaborate on results-oriented approaches
• Engage in programs and networking opportunities to strengthen business acumen in the health care industry
• Support internship program by motivating and driving participation among your intern peers to fully engage with opportunities available throughout the summer

Ready to bring your strengths to Wellmark? Here's what's next! Review the qualifications below. If the position is a match with your passion and interests, submit your application today! This internship will start in May of 2026, working a hybrid schedule from our headquarters in Des Moines.

Qualifications

• Must be a current sophomore pursuing a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, communications, journalism, marketing, or related program
• Ability to build relationships and motivate others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively work with various business areas
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to changing environments, strong customer relations and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact us at careers@wellmark.com. Please inform us if you meet the definition of a Covered DoD official.

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