Health Equity Specialist

6 days ago


Oakland, California, United States Blue Shield of California Full time

About Blue Shield of California

Company Overview

We are a nonprofit health plan dedicated to transforming healthcare in California. Our mission is to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality healthcare at a sustainably affordable price.

We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and fully contribute to meet the needs of our multifaceted communities.

In 2024, we received awards and recognition for being a certified Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work, Military Friendly Employer, People Companies that Care, a Leading Disability Employer, and one of California's top companies in volunteering and giving.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary range for this role is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour for a full-time position in California. As a Blue Shield employee, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

We prioritize work-life balance and offer flexible hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to choose between working from home or an office setting. You will also have opportunities to participate in professional development programs and networking events.

About the Role

This internship is part of our larger Strategy & Health Solutions team, which oversees provider partnerships, network management, health transformation acceleration, innovation, healthcare services, and strategy, planning, and operations functions.

As a Health Equity Intern, you will report to a Principal Program Manager and work cross-functionally to support various health equity initiatives aimed at reducing disparities and improving health outcomes.

You will collaborate with internal and external partners to address identified disparities and develop data-driven initiatives to enhance health equity efforts. This may involve researching evidence-based practices, designing and recommending opportunities to scale best practices, and providing insights and perspectives generated by impacted stakeholders.

Your tasks will include:

  • Supporting initiatives aimed at advancing and aligning the health equity strategy and tactical workplan
  • Working collaboratively with internal and external partners to address identified disparities and improve health quality and outcomes
  • Researching evidence-based practices and nationally recognized criteria, designing and recommending opportunities to enhance health equity efforts
Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have a strong background in public health, business, or a related field. A minimum of one year of related professional experience, project, or coursework is preferred. Additionally, you should possess excellent communication skills, particularly writing for publication.

Key qualifications include:

  • Actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field
  • Minimum one year of related professional experience, project, or coursework
  • Strong communication skills, particularly writing for publication


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