Communications Intern: Summer 2027

BCBSNE Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Hybrid Omaha Full-time Junior Communications

Entry-level Communications role at BCBSNE. Omaha · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Create and refine intranet, newsroom, press, social, print, script, and other company content
Support communications staff with ongoing programs and project coordination
Help organize and deliver special events
Meet team standards for attendance and punctuality
Build constructive working relationships across the team

What you bring

Current enrollment in a bachelor’s program covering journalism, English, advertising, communications, public relations, marketing, or business
Strong organization, careful attention to detail, and reliable deadline management
Ability to juggle several projects at once
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Clear written and verbal communication, collaboration skills, and comprehensive AP Style knowledge

Who this fits

This role suits a student who wants hands-on communications experience across internal messaging, media relations, programs, and events. You must live within commuting distance of the Omaha office in Aksarben Village during the summer internship. The schedule is hybrid, with some on-site work, and you’ll need to meet attendance expectations and collaborate well with others.

From the employer

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, we are a mission-driven organization dedicated to championing the health and well-being of our members and the communities we serve.

Our team is the power behind that promise. And, as the industry rapidly evolves and we seek ways to optimize business processes and customer experiences, there’s no greater time for forward-thinking professionals like you to join us in delivering on it! As a member of Team Blue, you’ll find purpose, opportunities and the support you need to build a meaningful career and make a powerful impact in our community.

To millions of Americans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield means peace of mind when it's needed the most. That's because the Blue Cross and Blue Shield brand represents the nation's largest and most experienced health care benefit companies, providing insurance coverage to 1 out of every 3 Americans. As a licensee of the BCBS Association since 1939, BCBSNE has celebrated 80+ years of Nebraskans serving Nebraskans. Not only do we provide health insurance coverage to Nebraskans, we are also active members of the communities where our customers live and work by giving back through volunteering and our corporate social responsibility efforts. We would love for you to be a part of BCBSNE’s journey as an intern where you will gain hands-on experiences solving real-world problems.

The communications intern will work closely with team members to write and edit a variety of materials to support internal communications and media relations. This individual will also assist with ongoing programs and special events.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is a Partner of Choice for the Nebraska University System. Our Interns work a hybrid schedule and spend some days working on-site at our Omaha office located in Aksarben Village. Therefore, you will need to live within commuting distance from Wednesday, May 26 – Friday, July 30, 2027.

What you'll do:

Write and edit a variety of communication pieces, including intranet and newsroom content, press releases, social media posts, posters, scripts, brochures and other company collateral
Work closely with communications staff to coordinate programs and projects
Assist with special event planning and execution
Must meet or exceed department attendance and timeliness requirements
Must work well in a team environment and be capable of building and maintaining positive relationships with others

To be considered for this position, you must have:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Journalism, English, Advertising, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or Business
Strong organizational skills with consistent attention to details and deadlines
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Strong collaboration and communication (written and verbal) skills
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of AP Style

Learn more about what makes BCBSNE such an exceptional place to work by visiting NebraskaBlue.com/Careers. 

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better workplace for our employees and a better product for our customers and members.  

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans 

Learn more about what makes BCBSNE such an exceptional place to work by visiting NebraskaBlue.com/Careers.

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better workplace for our employees and a better product for our customers and members.