SkillBridge Intern – Military Engagement Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +24 more states.

📋 Description

• Design and implement strategic initiatives focused on military and veteran populations to enhance Blue Cross NC’s brand, business goals, member engagement, retention strategies, and community influence.

• Enhance healthcare access, behavioral health services, benefits education, and address social determinants of health for active-duty personnel, veterans, and military families.

• Work collaboratively with County Engagement teams and cross-departmental business units to execute community-driven strategies that support Healthy Blue, Blue Cross NC’s Medicaid program.

• Establish and nurture relationships with military installations, Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs), Military Service Organizations (MSOs), Veteran Service Officers, healthcare providers, community groups, and governmental bodies.

• Create educational and outreach programs aimed at improving access to healthcare, behavioral health, chronic disease prevention, food security, and housing stability.

• Organize and facilitate military community events, Veteran Stand Downs, benefits education workshops, health screenings, wellness programs, and evidence-based training sessions.

• Collaborate with Public Health, Faith-Based, Tribal and Regional Liaisons, and other divisions that engage with the community.

• Act as a subject matter expert on the needs of the military and veteran communities, healthcare trends, and obstacles to care.

• Lead, mentor, and support County Engagement team members and community collaborators.

• Communicate program activities, partnership results, community insights, and measurable outcomes through reporting, presentations, and internal communications.

• Oversee military engagement projects, programs, policies, and procedures.

• Assess community needs and partnership possibilities to create sustainable initiatives that benefit the military community and align with Blue Cross NC’s mission.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be active-duty US military service members only.

• Should be within the last 180 days of service at the start of the internship.

• Approval from the commanding officer and service branch is required to participate in SkillBridge.

• A minimum commitment of 12 weeks is necessary.

• Must have a definite end-of-service date that aligns with the internship schedule.

• A current resume outlining both military and civilian experience must be submitted.

• Documentation of command and service branch approval, if available.

• A statement of interest or cover letter detailing career aspirations and objectives for the SkillBridge program is required.

• Compliance with Department of War SkillBridge policies, guidelines, and regulations is mandatory.

• Must adhere to company policies and standards of professional conduct.

• Responsible for personal housing, transportation, and living costs during the internship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual Incentive Bonus contingent upon achieving corporate goals and individual performance.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Competitive health benefits.

• Wellness programs.

• Valuable industry experience through the internship.