Health & Benefits Financial Summer Intern Central Market College Program 2027
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
We are seeking a talented individual to join Marshs (formerly Mercer) Health and Benefits Actuarial and Financial Group (AFG). This role will be based in Marshs Chicago Houston or other office located across the central states. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
Note that Mercer has become Marsh. A new name. A wider network of expertise. The same leading solutions across health and benefits investments and retirement and workforce and rewards.
Through Marshs Health practice you will help employers navigate the increasingly complex world of employee benefits people risk and employee benefit cost management. Predicting monitoring and managing rising costs for employers is a key role of Marshs AFG. Learn in a supportive culture through real-world experience through client exposure and valuable mentorship.
Marshs 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 Marsh. We are committed to setting the industry standard for ethical and transparent business practices.
To learn more about Marshs Health practice please visit will count on you to:
Perform responsibilities comparable to full-time analysts with 1:1 support from experienced colleagues
Complete comprehensive analysis of health care data using spreadsheet and database management software
Assist in the development of client communications proposals reports spreadsheets and presentations
Perform basic cost projections using client cost and enrollment datawith Marshs valuation model
Price medical & prescription drug plan designs using proprietary Marsh tools
Assist in the development of customized pricing through alternate scenario modeling of plan designs programs and/or employee contributions to meet employers financial target
Develop basic underwriting and actuarial skills as you build an awareness of health care plan design cost factors and numerous industry products services and tools (including Marsh Health products)
Work in a fast-paced challenging and dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across all organizational levels
What you need to have:
Progress towards a bachelors degree in actuarial science math statistics economics engineering or other related fields
Status as a currently enrolled student; candidates should have an expected graduation date in the Fall of 2027 or Spring of 2028
Record of top academic achievement (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 OfficeWord Excel and PowerPointand advanced programming skills are a plus (e.g. R Python SAS and SQL)
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:
We help you be your best through professional development opportunities interesting work and supportive leaders
We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues clients and communities
Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being
WHATS NEXT
Application Instructions:
Candidates must apply via the Marsh careers website to be do not apply on Handshake and 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.
Required Experience:
Intern