2027 Summer Internship - Actuary

CareSource; Dayton (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment with remote

Paid volunteer hours

Personalized orientation and mentoring

Job summary

CareSource is seeking a driven student intern to join our 12-week paid summer program. You will support actuarial projects, gain real-world experience, and present findings to leadership at the end of the internship.

You'll work on forecasts, model automation, and cross‑functional projects, with trainings in Excel, SQL, VBA, and PowerPoint, plus opportunities to contribute to AI-enabled actuarial solutions and improve member outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current college/university student in an accredited degree program or graduated within the last 6 months is required.
• One actuarial exam or UEC credit required.
• Rising Junior or Rising senior preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for typical day to day actuarial tasks including but not limited to reserving, forecasting, benefit pricing, and rate analysis
• Summer-long project related to actuarial work. Past projects have included trend and seasonality studies, model automation and process improvement, retrospective reserve review, and pharmacy modeling.
• Project culminates in presentation to senior leadership at the end of the summer
• Targeted trainings for Excel, SQL, VBA, PowerPoint, and other technical skills
• Partner with cross-functional teams to design and execute AI enabled actuarial solutions that optimize financial performance, strengthen risk management, and improve member and provider outcomes

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Active college student

Tools

Excel

SQL

VBA

PowerPoint

Job description

Internship Program

The CareSource Intern is responsible for providing support on special projects, initiatives, and specific activities which will vary by assignment. We offer a 12-week, paid summer internship program for college students who want to separate themselves from the pack. This is an exciting opportunity to obtain real-world experience and prepare yourself for your career after college.

Program Features

• The opportunity to work on projects that truly impact the company


• An opportunity to test what you have learned and discover where you want to go


• The satisfaction of working with smart and motivated people while building new skills

Essential Functions

• Responsible for typical day to day actuarial tasks including but not limited to reserving, forecasting, benefit pricing, and rate analysis


• Summer‑long project related to actuarial work. Past projects have included trend and seasonality studies, model automation and process improvement, retrospective reserve review, and pharmacy modeling.


• Project culminates in presentation to senior leadership at the end of the summer


• Targeted trainings for Excel, SQL, VBA, PowerPoint, and other technical skills


• Partner with cross‑functional teams to design and execute AI enabled actuarial solutions that optimize financial performance, strengthen risk management, and improve member and provider outcomes

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required


• Current college / university student in an accredited degree program or graduated within the last 6 months is required


• One actuarial exam or UEC credit required


• Rising Junior or Rising senior preferred

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment


• Ability to work independently and within a team environment


• Effective listening and critical thinking skills


• Dependable, flexible and ability to maintain confidential information


• Effective problem‑solving skills with attention to detail

Licensure and Certification

None

Working Conditions

General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Personalized Orientation and Mentoring Programs

Personalized orientation and mentoring programs

Company and Job-Specific Training

Company and job‑specific training

Feedback Opportunities

Feedback opportunities throughout your first 90 days

Inclusive Culture and Flexible Work

Inclusive culture with employee resource groups

Flexible work environment with remote opportunities and paid volunteer hours

Performance and Growth Goals

Performance and personal growth goals with defined success metrics

Ongoing feedback process with your manager to discuss your progress and identify actions for continued growth

Potential for internal and external training and development programs, stretch assignments, expanded responsibilities and more

Compensation

• Compensation Range: $41,200.00 - $66,000.00


• CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well additional to the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level.

In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well‑being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Compensation Type

Hourly

Organization Level Competencies

Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture
Develop Partnerships
Develop Self and Others
Drive Execution
Influence Others
Pursue Personal Excellence
Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.

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The CareSource mission is known as our heartbeat. Just as we support our members to be the best version of themselves, our employees are driven by our mission to create a better world for members, stakeholders and providers. We are difference-makers who combine compassionate hearts with our unique business expertise to make every opportunity count. Each claim, each phone call, each consumer‑centric decision is a chance to change the world for one member, and our employees look for ways to do that every day. The challenge is, there is no one right way to be the difference and we’re looking for people like you that will rewrite that definition every day. We do what it takes to form creative solutions that make our community and the world just a little better. Discover what it means to be #UniquelyCareSource.