Wealth Actuarial Remote Externship - College Program 2026

Marsh & McLennan Companies; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment and retirement services provider is offering a Wealth Actuarial Externship for college students graduating in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. This remote position spans from July 30th to August 14th, 2026, providing participants exposure to project work, mentorship, and the potential for a full-time analyst role in 2027. Candidates should have a strong academic record and a commitment to actuary designation.

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Job offers for future positions

Flexible remote work

Team building events

Learning from industry experts

Qualifications

• Commitment to achieving Society of Actuaries designation.
• Available from July 30th through August 14th, 2026.
• Record of top academic achievement (minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0).
• Legal work authorization in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Engage in sample project work and analyst shadowing.
• Participate in group networking and mentorship activities.
• Contribute to team building events.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Data analysis

Project management

Presentation design

Excellent interpersonal skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Intellectual curiosity

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, finance, economics, mathematics, or business-related areas

Job description

WHO WE ARE

THE POSITION: Mercer Wealth Actuarial Externship 2026

Mercer’s Wealth business is a leading global provider of investment and retirement services. We offer customized guidance at every stage of the investment and retirement decision. With more than 40 years of experience, Mercer’s Wealth business has provided advice and solutions to corporate pension funds and 401(k) plans, foundations, endowments, wealth managers and other institutional investors.

Job Description

As a Wealth Actuarial Extern, you will be exposed to a fast-paced, energetic, action-oriented environment. Over the course of 12 days (84 hours), we will provide you with sample project work, analyst shadowing, group networking, mentorship and team building activities. This program offers the potential to lead to a 2027 full time analyst position.

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office—Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills
• Ability to work in teams and be flexible to work under tight deadlines and changing client needs
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Progress toward a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, finance, economics, mathematics, or other business-related areas
• Seeking college students graduating in the fall 2026 or spring 2027
• Commitment to achieving a Society of Actuaries designation. Seeking students on the actuary track
• Record of top academic achievement. (minimum preferred GPA: 3.0/4.0)
• 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
• Candidates must be available from July 30th through August 14th, 2026

WHAT’S IT IN FOR YOU?

• Gain a deeper understanding of the Mercer Wealth business
• Use simulated projects to realize impactful solutions that could benefit major organizations and have a direct impact on their employees
• Be introduced to Mercer Wealth solutions and technology
• Opportunity to work with some of the smartest people in the industry
• Mentorship and possible job offer for 2026/ 2027 full time analyst opportunities
• Fun learning and team building events
• Payment for this opportunity is $20/hour

Marsh McLennan Companies and its Affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.

This Externship Opportunity will be fully remote. During the Externship selected participants will have an opportunity to visit their local Mercer office to network with local Mercer colleagues.