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 2027, working a hybrid schedule from our headquarters in Des Moines.
- 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.
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At this time, Wellmark is not considering applicants for this position that require any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please refer to the following resources:Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Wellmark supports and expects the responsible use of AI for our workforce! We welcome the responsible use of these tools by job seekers as well and are interested in learning from you; you will have an opportunity in the application process to share which tools you used and how you applied them.