{"id":554,"date":"2021-07-02T15:55:24","date_gmt":"2021-07-02T15:55:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jaguarviber.com\/?p=554"},"modified":"2022-12-26T15:12:04","modified_gmt":"2022-12-26T15:12:04","slug":"blue-cross-nc-interns-are-the-next-generation-of-health-care-leaders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jaguarviber.com\/index.php\/2021\/07\/02\/blue-cross-nc-interns-are-the-next-generation-of-health-care-leaders\/","title":{"rendered":"Blue Cross NC interns are the next generation of health care leaders"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Meet our summer interns!<\/h2>\n

Since 2005, the Blue Cross NC\u00a0Summer Internship Program has connected energetic students\u00a0from schools all over North Carolina\u00a0to meaningful projects across our business.\u00a0These students also have opportunities to network with leaders and professionals across the company,\u00a0practice the skills they have learned in their\u00a0classrooms, and participate in professional development and training as a cohort.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Early career talent is a crucial part of the way that we continue growing and expanding our perspective as a company, and that has not changed in a virtual world. Our 2021 Summer Interns are still gaining \u201chands-on\u201d experience even though it\u2019s through a keyboard. These interns are directly impacting our purpose: making healthcare better for all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lizzy Reklau<\/span><\/h2>\n

Elisabeth \u201cLizzy\u201d Reklau of Greensboro N.C., an MBA student in financial analysis with a certificate in data analytics at North Carolina State University, is proud to be at Blue Cross NC. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI have always admired\u00a0Blue Cross\u00a0NC\u2019s dedication to people. It is very clear to me that\u00a0our company value ‘people first’ is not just a tag line but a call to action,\u201d she said. \u201cI have a passion for people and innovation. Working in mental health I gained a love for the medical field, but also a drive to want to make it better.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At Blue Cross NC,\u00a0Lizzy\u00a0has been able to become stronger.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve gotten to work on general critical thinking and problem solving,” she said. “My team has given me amazing direction and projects to work on but also the ability and trust to understand processes and create improvements on my own.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A fun extra:\u00a0If\u00a0Lizzy\u00a0were to be a store,\u00a0she would The Container Store. She claims, \u201cI use home organization to help give structure and peace to my life. Although, it is a skill I am still mastering.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Andrew Grice<\/span><\/h2>\n

Andrew Grice, from Lords Valley, PA, is a rising senior studying finance and banking with a double major in accounting at Appalachian State University. Like Lizzy, he believes in what Blue Cross NC stands for. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen I was interviewing, it seemed like a place that cares about their employees and wants them to enjoy work. On top of this, Blue Cross NC also cares about its surrounding communities, and I value that a lot.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Andrew believes in that connection. That\u2019s why he has planned a professional path that caters to his personal life.<\/span><\/p>\n

“I feel like finance and accounting will benefit me in my personal life by helping me manage the money I earn. I am also attracted to this because I can use the skills I learn to help me get a job in any field.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This internship has been a great outlet for Andrew to work on his future. He explains, \u201cI want to come out of this internship being more prepared to work in the corporate world then before. I want to come out of this with a deeper knowledge of health care so that I can one day pursue a career in it.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A fun extra: Andrew\u2019s favorite snack is sunflower seeds and his favorite color is dark blue!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Nick Agnihotri<\/span><\/h2>\n

Nick Agnihotri, of Raleigh, is studying business administration with a focus in finance at North Carolina State University. Nick has a clear vision for his career path. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When asked what made him choose what he does, he stated, \u201cMy desire to understand the role of money in companies and its correlation with customer sales, societal welfare, corporate policy, and employee enrichment.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Like the other summer interns, he made a quick connection to Blue Cross NC. He picked up on the company\u2019s commitment to health, well-being, and development of their employees. Interning here has also helped him strengthen a good skill: curiosity.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As for who he wants to be after his internship, he has a good foundation.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cBy\u00a0constantly exploring on my exact corporate role, I\u00a0want\u00a0to retain a global mindset, get more involved in volunteer work,\u00a0and keep learning about the links between finance and corporate strategy.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A fun extra: Nick has lived in three nations, and his favorite snack is tortilla chips and assorted dips (Guacamole, Hummus, Salsa etc.)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Tiara Monroe<\/span><\/h2>\n

Tiara Monroe, Tampa, FL, is pursuing her undergraduate in b<\/span>usiness administration and healthcare administration at Fayetteville State University. She has looked forward to her time here at Blue Cross NC because the health care field is her passion. She also appreciates the diversity and culture offered here. Interning here has been a mix of aspects in her life that she enjoys. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tiara\u00a0has become stronger here. She is asking questions and has not been afraid to do so. This is a great quality for anyone to have when they enter a new space. She has proven that\u00a0learning is a powerful quality to invest it.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As for who she wants to be when her internship is over,\u00a0Tiara\u00a0commented, \u201cI want to be a better version of myself\u00a0while being\u00a0more confident. I also want to\u00a0increase my\u00a0skillsets and\u00a0become highly motivated for\u00a0my\u00a0future.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A fun extra:\u00a0Tiara\u2019s favorite color is yellow and if she were a store, she\u2019d be a candle store!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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