Climate Risk Modeling Intern — Parametric Insurance

Descartes Underwriting Group; Paris; Hybride; EUR 10 000 - 16 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Descartes Underwriting Group is seeking a Data Science Intern to join the Underwriting team for a 6-month end-of-studies internship. Bridging applied mathematics and climate risk, this hybrid role places you at the heart of the business.

You will contribute directly to pricing tailor-made parametric coverage for demanding global clients within short execution timelines, collaborating with internal teams and brokers while nurturing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Student from universities or engineering schools with a specialization in applied mathematics, actuarial science, climate & meteorological studies, computer science or/and data science for business.
• Ideally a previous professional experience (internship) in data science, insurance or climate modelling.

Responsabilités

• Data & Risk Modeling: Build and refine statistical and applied mathematics models in Python to evaluate natural perils (wildfires, floods, cyclones, earthquakes, etc), shaping them into actionable pricing metrics.
• Structuring & Pricing: Analyze large datasets to structure, price, and customize parametric insurance proposals that address international corporate and public sector clients.
• Client-facing Activities: Translate modeling results into clear business propositions and gather feedback to tailor coverage to client needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Connect internal engine to external market; partner with Software, Commercial, and Legal teams to translate client requirements into robust insurance solutions.

Connaissances

Python

Statistics

Attention to detail

English fluency

Other language

Formation

Applied mathematics

Actuarial science

Climate & meteorological studies

Computer science / data science

Description du poste

Descartes Underwriting Group is seeking a Data Science Intern to join the Underwriting team for a 6-month end-of-studies internship. Bridging applied mathematics and climate risk, this hybrid role places you at the heart of the business.

You will contribute directly to pricing tailor-made parametric coverage for demanding global clients within short execution timelines, collaborating with internal teams and brokers while nurturing client relationships.