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Business Intelligence Intern roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, data science, statistics, or information systems. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build analytics experience while on F-1 status.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.
You Belong At Blue
Why Join Us?
- Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
- Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility.
- Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion, and community.
- Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected.
Benefits & Perks
- Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
- Incentive pay program (EPIP)
- Health/Vision/Dental insurance
- 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
- Fertility/Adoption assistance
- 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
- 401(k) plan matching up to 5%
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources
Job Summary
The Business Intelligence (BI) Data Scientist will be responsible for analyzing complex data sets, developing models and algorithms, and deriving actionable insights to support strategic business decisions. The BI Data Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, actuarial and underwriting, membership, marketing and customer experience, data warehouse and IT, health analytics, and human resources, to understand business needs and deliver data-driven solutions.
“This position is eligible to work remote, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.”
What you’ll do
- Data Analysis & Interpretation: Analyze large and complex data sets from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and correlations. Translate data findings into actionable insights and recommendations.
- Model Development: Develop, test, and deploy predictive and prescriptive models and scenario forecasting using machine learning and statistical techniques. Continuously evaluate and improve model performance.
- Data Visualization: Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate & Communicate: Work with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into data-driven solutions. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Support teammates by maintaining up-to-date, thorough, and clear documentation on data sources, preparation processes, mathematical models, dashboards, and other business intelligence activities.
- Data Management: Ensure data quality, integrity, and security. Develop and implement processes for data collection, cleaning, and preparation.
- Research & Innovation: Stay current with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies. Explore and implement new methodologies to enhance data analysis capabilities.
What you need
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a data analyst, data scientist, or related roles required.
- Experience with and knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and the health insurance industry preferred.
- Master's degree or higher preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R. Experience with data manipulation tools (e.g., SQL, pandas). An understanding of data warehouse structures, data extraction tools, analytics software and methods, and data modeling. Experience with big data and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Ability to identify and make sense of rich data sources, manage large amounts of data, merge datasets, ensure consistency of datasets, graphically portray data to gain insights, build statistical models, understand data and model shortcomings, and effectively communicate findings.
- Data Visualization: Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Demonstrated experience with creating accessible, insightful, compelling, and branded data visualizations.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Ability to apply, validate, and interpret results in a variety of machine learning contexts.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills. Ability to present complex data and insights to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
- Decision Making: Adept at identifying underlying mathematical and statistical assumptions of a given dataset or algorithm and to implement and interpret results appropriately. Ability to make decisions using independent judgment and creativity to resolve issues and overcome roadblocks.
- Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.
Compensation
$108,640 - $135,800
Exempt Grade IT&S 17
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.
Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.
Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.
You Belong At Blue
Why Join Us?
- Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
- Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility.
- Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion, and community.
- Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected.
Benefits & Perks
- Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
- Incentive pay program (EPIP)
- Health/Vision/Dental insurance
- 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
- Fertility/Adoption assistance
- 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
- 401(k) plan matching up to 5%
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources
Job Summary
The Business Intelligence (BI) Data Scientist will be responsible for analyzing complex data sets, developing models and algorithms, and deriving actionable insights to support strategic business decisions. The BI Data Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, actuarial and underwriting, membership, marketing and customer experience, data warehouse and IT, health analytics, and human resources, to understand business needs and deliver data-driven solutions.
“This position is eligible to work remote, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.”
What you’ll do
- Data Analysis & Interpretation: Analyze large and complex data sets from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and correlations. Translate data findings into actionable insights and recommendations.
- Model Development: Develop, test, and deploy predictive and prescriptive models and scenario forecasting using machine learning and statistical techniques. Continuously evaluate and improve model performance.
- Data Visualization: Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate & Communicate: Work with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into data-driven solutions. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Support teammates by maintaining up-to-date, thorough, and clear documentation on data sources, preparation processes, mathematical models, dashboards, and other business intelligence activities.
- Data Management: Ensure data quality, integrity, and security. Develop and implement processes for data collection, cleaning, and preparation.
- Research & Innovation: Stay current with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies. Explore and implement new methodologies to enhance data analysis capabilities.
What you need
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a data analyst, data scientist, or related roles required.
- Experience with and knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and the health insurance industry preferred.
- Master's degree or higher preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R. Experience with data manipulation tools (e.g., SQL, pandas). An understanding of data warehouse structures, data extraction tools, analytics software and methods, and data modeling. Experience with big data and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Ability to identify and make sense of rich data sources, manage large amounts of data, merge datasets, ensure consistency of datasets, graphically portray data to gain insights, build statistical models, understand data and model shortcomings, and effectively communicate findings.
- Data Visualization: Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Demonstrated experience with creating accessible, insightful, compelling, and branded data visualizations.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Ability to apply, validate, and interpret results in a variety of machine learning contexts.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills. Ability to present complex data and insights to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
- Decision Making: Adept at identifying underlying mathematical and statistical assumptions of a given dataset or algorithm and to implement and interpret results appropriately. Ability to make decisions using independent judgment and creativity to resolve issues and overcome roadblocks.
- Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.
Compensation
$108,640 - $135,800
Exempt Grade IT&S 17
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.
Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Business Intelligence Intern
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your transcript or DSO and cross-check it against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Business analytics and applied statistics degrees qualify; general business administration degrees typically don't.
Filter job listings by E-Verify status
Before spending time on any application, confirm the employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify. A company can claim E-Verify participation without current enrollment, so check directly through the E-Verify employer search tool rather than relying on job posting language.
Target companies with active BI tool contracts
Employers using Tableau, Power BI, or Databricks at scale have dedicated analytics teams, meaning they've hired BI interns before and understand OPT paperwork. Look for job descriptions that list specific platform certifications rather than generic 'data skills.'
Draft your I-983 training plan around BI deliverables
Your I-983 must connect your STEM degree to specific job duties. Map coursework in SQL, statistical modeling, or data warehousing directly to intern projects like dashboard builds or ETL pipeline work. Vague training plans are the most common STEM OPT compliance failure.
Use Migrate Mate to reach pre-screened BI employers
Search Business Intelligence Intern roles on Migrate Mate, where every listing is filtered for E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT eligibility. You skip the step of manually verifying employer compliance before each application.
Benchmark prevailing wages before negotiating your offer
Look up the SOC code for Business Intelligence Analysts on the OFLC Wage Search to see the Level I prevailing wage in your metro area. Your internship offer should meet or exceed this figure, and knowing the number before negotiating puts you in a stronger position.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Intelligence Intern role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, data science, statistics, mathematics, or information systems. The role itself must involve applying STEM knowledge directly, which BI work typically satisfies through data modeling, statistical analysis, and programming. Confirm your specific degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before submitting your STEM OPT extension application to your DSO.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify to hire me as a STEM OPT intern?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for all STEM OPT employers, not just a recommendation. You must confirm enrollment before accepting an offer, because starting work at a non-enrolled employer voids your STEM OPT authorization. You can verify enrollment directly through the E-Verify employer search. Migrate Mate filters all Business Intelligence Intern listings for active E-Verify enrollment so you don't have to check manually.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a BI internship?
The I-983 requires you and your employer to document how the position applies your STEM degree. For a BI intern, that means connecting specific coursework, such as database management, statistical modeling, or data visualization, to concrete job tasks like building dashboards, writing SQL queries, or supporting ETL pipelines. USCIS expects a clear line between your academic training and the actual work, so generic descriptions of 'data analysis' without degree-level specificity are a common reason DSOs send I-983s back for revision.
Can I stay authorized if my OPT expires while an H-1B petition is pending for me?
Yes, through cap-gap protection. If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, your F-1 status and work authorization automatically extend through September 30 of that year. Your EAD card will show an earlier expiration date, but USCIS cap-gap rules cover the gap. Carry your OPT EAD, your I-20 with the cap-gap endorsement from your DSO, and your H-1B receipt notice as a combined authorization package.
How do I find Business Intelligence Intern roles that are open to STEM OPT students?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces BI intern listings specifically filtered for STEM OPT eligibility and E-Verify enrollment. Standard job boards show all open roles regardless of work authorization compatibility, so you end up applying to positions where the employer isn't set up to hire OPT students. Targeting pre-screened listings saves weeks of back-and-forth with recruiters who don't understand STEM OPT requirements.