Accounting and Internal Audit Internship Program

Job Description

Accounting & Internal Audit Internship | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

The Tone:
This is a paid, full-time internship scheduled for 10-12 weeks at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi’s campus in Flowood, MS. Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing comprehensive financial operations. This role offers students unique, dual-department exposure to financial reporting and risk management, contributing to the organization’s financial health and compliance within the healthcare network.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person Flowood, MS

• Team: Split between the Core Accounting Division and the Internal Audit Department.
• Mission: To bridge the gap between financial reporting and risk management by providing hands-on experience with systems and controls that ensure financial health and compliance.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support Audit Operations: Assist in the examination and evaluation of operational activities and internal controls to support departmental goals.
• Monitor Controls & Recommend Improvements: Participate in ongoing control monitoring activities and make recommendations for efficiency to enhance control structure and documentation.
• Contribute to Accounting Operations: Assist Accounts Payable with the review and analysis of vendor contracts, proposals, and participate in budget variance analysis.
• Aid Financial Reporting & Treasury: Support the preparation of financial statements, monthly close-out, quarterly statutory reporting, and daily cash flow analysis.
• Learn Fraud Prevention: Acquire an understanding of payments, payment fraud, and fraud prevention techniques while assisting with investment holdings reconciliation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business information systems, or a related auditor course of study. Must have at least a Junior level academic standing by the end of Spring 2027.
• Experience: No prior professional experience explicitly required, but a GPA of 3.25 or higher is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Skills: Utilize analytical and problem-solving skills to break down complex data and translate findings. Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, checking work for errors before submitting. Provide concise verbal and written communications, sharing ideas and information clearly and professionally. Manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment, while listening closely to instructions and asking clarifying questions.
• Bonus: Completion of auditing courses. Enrolled in a Mississippi-based College or University or a Mississippi resident.