Actuarial intern

Iaawg; Quebec; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

iA Financial Group in Quebec is seeking an Actuarial Intern to contribute to analysis, problem solving, and supporting teams in meeting business needs in insurance. This internship offers exposure to multiple actuarial areas and mentorship from experienced colleagues.

You will perform quantitative analyses, develop tools and models, and apply your programming and analytic skills to real business challenges. Excel is essential, and familiarity with Python, R, SQL or Power BI is a plus.

Qualifications

• Is currently enrolled in an actuarial science program.
• Has a strong interest in quantitative analysis and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Excel as well as an interest in data analysis tools such as Python, R, SQL, or Power BI are considered assets.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative analyses and transform data into useful information for decision-making.
• Develop or enhance tools, models, and processes that improve efficiency and support business teams.
• Leverage programming and analytical skills to solve real-world business challenges.
• Collaborate with professionals from various fields, including actuarial science, finance, technology, and analytics.
• Develop your expertise while building your professional network through the guidance of mentors and experienced colleagues.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Actuarial science program

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Job Description Build the Future with Us

Are you passionate about the field of actuarial science and looking to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to ensure its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As an Actuarial Intern, you will play a key role in analysis, problem-solving, and supporting teams in meeting business needs in insurance. This position represents an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy organization. At iA Financial Group, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages learning, collaboration, and innovation. The intern must ensure they are available if selected for an interview. Interviews will be held virtually over three days, from September 22 to September 24, 2026 inclusive, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Internship start date: May 3, 2027

A Multitude of Opportunities, All in One Place

With us, actuarial science is present in virtually every area of insurance and financial services. With more than a dozen specialized teams, we offer one of the most diverse actuarial internship experiences in the country (see below) *

What You Will Accomplish with Us

As an actuarial intern, you will actively contribute to real projects that support the organization’s business decisions.

• Perform quantitative analyses and transform data into useful information for decision-making;
• Develop or enhance tools, models, and processes that improve efficiency and support business teams;
• Leverage your programming and analytical skills to solve real-world business challenges;
• Collaborate with professionals from various fields, including actuarial science, finance, technology, and analytics;
• Develop your expertise while building your professional network through the guidance of mentors, experienced colleagues, and contacts from multiple areas of the organization.

What Could Accelerate Your Success in This Role

• Is currently enrolled in an actuarial science program;
• Has a strong interest in quantitative analysis and problem-solving. Demonstrates rigor, analytical ability, autonomy, and intellectual curiosity. Proficiency in Excel as well as an interest in data analysis tools such as Python, R, SQL, or Power BI are considered assets. Communicates effectively in French, both verbally and in writing. Has an intermediate level of English in order to communicate daily with certain internal partners and consult specialized documentation.

Please submit your résumé, cover letter, transcript, and your preference regarding the departments in which you would like to complete your internship.

Why You Will Love Working with Us

• A Meaningful and Educational Internship Experience where you will contribute to projects that have a real impact on business decisions from your very first weeks;
• An Environment That Supports Your Development through the guidance of recognized professionals, mentoring, and a culture that values continuous learning;
• A Flexible and Collaborative Work Environment, encouraging interaction among different teams and areas of expertise within the organization.

Regardless of the area in which you complete your internship

you will join an organization where actuarial science contributes to a wide range of insurance and financial services activities. This diversity of expertise creates a unique environment in which to learn, grow, and build a career full of possibilities.

Individual Life Insurance

Contribute to the core of iA’s insurance operations by participating in the development, enhancement, and management of individual insurance products serving millions of Canadians. Assignments may involve product profitability, competitiveness, the development of new solutions, as well as the analyses and calculations required for financial statement preparation.

Group Insurance, Savings and Retirement

The group sector includes teams that contribute to sound financial management, pricing, and the development of insurance and savings solutions for groups and organizations. Interns may participate in experience, risk, and performance analyses, group case pricing, and continuous improvement projects involving tools, processes, and data.

Individual Pension Plans

Support clients with individual pension plans by providing administration, actuarial, and consulting services. Assignments may include preparing funding and accounting actuarial valuations, producing benefit statements, supporting clients and external partners, and onboarding new clients.

Investments, Actuarial Finance and Individual Savings

Work at the intersection of investments, finance, and actuarial science. Projects include asset performance analysis, automation of financial processes, development of analytical tools, and preparation of reports that support strategic decision-making. This family of teams is particularly suited to students interested in investments, financial modeling, and performance analysis.

Data Science, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

Apply your programming, advanced analytics, and data science skills to solve real business problems. Predictive model development, automation, data visualization, artificial intelligence, and process optimization are among the many opportunities available.

Auto and Home Insurance

The auto and home insurance sector includes teams that contribute to product profitability and competitiveness. Interns may participate in portfolio performance analysis, the development and enhancement of pricing models, strategic market and competitor monitoring, as well as reserve evaluation and financial results analysis. Opportunities are also available within our U.S. dealer services operations, where actuarial science supports the development and management of specialized products.

Location(s)

Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

Posting End Date

2026-09-17