Catastrophe Advisory Summer Intern - College Program 2027

Marsh; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Guy Carpenter seeks a Catastrophe Advisory analyst to join Marsh Re. This hybrid role supports catastrophe modeling projects from inception to completion, using engineering and economic research to assess impacts of earthquakes, floods, wildfires, and hurricanes on insured property losses.

You will learn vendor models, data management, and how to present insights to brokers and clients while contributing to internal initiatives and professional development. This role is based in multiple U.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or natural sciences field such as applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, operations research, finance, economics, data science, computer science, meteorology, or a demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly.
• Graduation date December 2027 or May 2028 is preferred.
• Strong academic record; work experience is valued.
• Curious and proactive mindset with ability to lead internal initiatives and research projects.

Responsibilities

• Organize client data, check reasonableness, load into predictive models and share insights with senior colleagues.
• Run catastrophe models and interpret results to craft clear narratives for clients and brokers.
• Support reinsurance transaction processes with data-driven conclusions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Develop knowledge in region-based or peril-based catastrophe risk areas through study or experience.
• Contribute ideas to internal initiatives to improve outcomes.

Skills

Data management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative or natural sciences

Tools

SQL

Alteryx

Coding basics

Job description

Company:

Guy Carpenter

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Catastrophe Advisory team at Marsh Re. This role will be based in Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Edina, Chicago, Minneapolis, or Dallas. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

As a member of our team, you will join a group of Catastrophe Advisors utilizing engineering and economic research to assess the impact of various hazard scenarios—such as earthquakes, floods, wildfires, and hurricanes—on insurance companies’ property damage and financial losses. You will collaborate with top-tier professionals in areas including catastrophe risk management, underwriting support, live event impacts, and reinsurance decision-making. You will participate in a comprehensive training program that covers a wide range of skills, including vendor models, the insurance industry, reinsurance, project management, and public speaking. Your responsibilities will include managing catastrophe modeling projects from inception to completion and contributing to innovative internal initiatives.

Why Marsh Re

At Marsh Re, you can be your best. We work on challenges that matter with colleagues who help bring out our best. Our uniquely collaborative environment will empower you to focus on your personal and professional success, learning from top specialists in the (re)insurance industry and leading you towards a rewarding and impactful career.

We will count on you to:

• Contribute to developing an inclusive work environment that respects and values differences of background, experience, and thought


• Organize client data, check data for reasonability, load data into predictive models, run the models, share insights with senior colleagues, and compile coherent and compelling narratives to help clients understand their degree of risk


• Perform basic calculations and draw conclusions from client data to assess a range of modeled outcomes for clients in support of reinsurance transaction process


• Establish and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders


• Develop knowledge in certain region-based or peril-based areas of catastrophe risk management services through research or experience


• Take part in internal initiatives, offering ideas and feedback to improve outcomes
  

What you need to have:

• Progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or natural sciences field such as applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, operations research, finance, economics, data science, computer science, meteorology, or a demonstrated ability to learn new software and analytical concepts quickly


• An expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028 is preferred


• Strong academic record in major and work experience is more important than the field of study


• Curious and proactive mindset: desire and ability to lead internal initiatives and research projects to completion


• Robust data management skills: ability to manipulate, interpret, and extrapolate complex data


• Superior communication and presentation skills: an ability to translate complex technical analysis and concepts into easily understandable terms for brokers and clients


• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with financial aptitude


• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and effective interpersonal skills


• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


• A desire and ability to grow beyond your current capabilities


• Capacity to progress multiple projects at the same time


• Legal work authorization to work 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:

• Experience in the insurance industry at an insurance company, reinsurance broker, reinsurer, or catastrophe model software vendor


• Experience using Microsoft SQL, Alteryx, and/or basic coding in any language


• Scientific background in meteorology and/or seismology


• An understanding of the insurance/reinsurance industry and product lines

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 on 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

The applicable hourly rate for this role is $30.00.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one \"anchor day\" per week on which their full team will be together in person.