Mercer | Health Consulting Summer Intern - Central Market - College Program 2026
Mercer | Health Consulting Summer Intern - Central Market - College Program 2026
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MercerDescription:
We are seeking a talented individual to join Mercers Health Consulting team in Chicago IL or Houston TX. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
As a Mercer Health and Benefits intern you will help employers navigate the increasingly complex world of employee benefits. Through our 10-week intern program you will learn about the vast insurance carrier landscape types of benefits coverages health plan compliance requirements and strategies for predicting monitoring and managing rising benefit costs for employers.
Mercers 2500 US Health consultants deliver disciplined consistent approaches to benchmarking data analytics financial management marketing compliance and communication. Our client focus integrity expertise and innovation are why clients choose Mercer. We are committed to setting the industry standard for ethical and transparent business practices.
To learn more about Mercers Health practice please visit will count on you to:
- Help prepare and write client deliverables including reports spreadsheets presentations and employee communications
- Assist senior consultants to review client needs suitable approaches and implementation strategies
- Collect and interpret benchmarking data using the nations largest employer-sponsored benefits survey
- Collect and analyze health care claims and utilization data including cost projections and evaluations
- Model employee benefits contributions to meet employer objectives
- Assist in the Request for Proposal (RFP) process
- Review benefit plan documents and draft legally required benefit forms and statements
What you need to have:
- Progress towards a bachelors degree in business economics health policy healthcare administration or a related liberal arts major
- Status as a currently enrolled student; candidates should have an expected graduation date in the Fall of 2026 or Spring of 2027
- Minimum preferred GPA: 3.0/4.0
- Legal work authorization in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
What makes you stand out
- Strong analytical skills both quantitative and qualitative
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel and PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of data analysis project management and presentation design
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
- Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills
- Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Why join our team:
- Be challenged to deliver effective solutions for major organizations and have a direct impact on their employees
- Get first-hand exposure to client workand a career in benefits consulting
- Be your best through professional development opportunities interesting work and supportive leaders
- Experience a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions that have a positive impact on colleagues clients and communities
- Fun social and professional development events throughout the summer
Whats next
- Application Instructions:
- Candidates must apply via the Mercer careers website to be do not apply on Handshake but instead follow the link to the Marsh McLennan careers website.
- When creating your application please use your permanent home address and use your personal email address rather than your school email address.
- First Round Interviews:
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- If selected first-round interviews consist of an on-demand digital video interview through the Phenom platform.
- Further timing and instructions will be provided at that time.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
