Government Actuarial Intern - Phoenix or Minneapolis - College Program 2025

WHO WE ARE 

We’re Mercer – we believe in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries.  

THE POSITION: GOVERNMENT HEALTH ACTUARY INTERN 

Mercer’s Government Human Services Consulting (GHSC) practice focuses on the unique and challenging needs of the public health care sector, providing a wide array of consulting services to local, state, and federal government agencies across the country. GHSC specializes in assisting government-sponsored health care programs in becoming more efficient purchasers of health services and with navigating the evolving landscape of public health care from a regulatory, operational and implementation perspective. 

To accomplish these challenging and exciting tasks, GHSC brings together a team of over 400 highly skilled and dedicated consultants, clinicians, actuaries, analysts, and pharmacists to ensure a coordinated approach to the administrative, operational, actuarial, and financial components of public-sponsored health care programs. 

To learn more about Mercer’s GHSC practice, please visit www.mercer-government.mercer.com. 

WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE 

Apply actuarial methods and assumptions in health care rate development 

Complete comprehensive analysis of health care data using spreadsheet and database management software 

Assist in the development of client communications, proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations 

Work in fast-paced, challenging and dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across all organizational levels 

WHAT WE VALUE 

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word 

Excellent analytical and quantitative skills 

Effective communication skills 

Ability to function well in a team environment 

Creative problem-solving abilities 

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, math, statistics, economics, or other related fields 

Status as a currently enrolled student; candidates should have an expected graduation date in the Fall of 2025 or Spring of 2026 

Minimum preferred GPA: 3.0/4.0 

A commitment to achieving a Society of Actuaries (SOA) designation 

Legal work authorization in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?  

Hybrid Work Schedule – 3 days in the office  

Be challenged to deliver effective solutions for major organizations and have a direct impact on their employees 

Fine tune your natural skills and learn new ones 

Opportunity to work with some of the smartest people in the industry 

First-hand exposure to client work 

Fun social and professional development events throughout the summer 

WHAT’S NEXT? 

Application Instructions:  

Candidates must apply via the Mercer careers website to be considered. Please do not apply on Handshake and follow the link to the Marsh McLennan careers website.  

Only apply to one location per role of interest to you. Should you have interest in multiple locations, your recruiter will work with you to make those connections should that be necessary. 

When creating your application, please use your permanent home address and use your personal email address rather than your school email address.  

First Round Interviews:  

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.  

If selected, first-round interviews consist of an on-demand digital video interview through the HireVue platform.  

Further timing and instructions will be provided at that time.  

WHY JOIN US?  

Culture & People - We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients regardless of their gender expression or identity, marital or civil partnership status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We are proud of our inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work and thrive. We offer several Colleague Resource Groups that employees can participate in (LGBTQ+, Rising Professionals, Racial, Ethnic & Multicultural Diversity, Veteran Groups, Women’s Resource Groups). Learn more about our foundational values, mission and vision for the future by reviewing our Greater Good Policy.  

Professional Development - We believe in continuous learning for individuals at all levels, whether they are entry-level employees or senior leaders. We provide various opportunities to acquire new skills, assume leadership roles, and foster personal growth through mentorship. Our professionals can benefit from a wide range of growth opportunities, including on-the-job learning experiences and structured development programs, ensuring their ongoing career advancement. To learn more about careers at Marsh McLennan, please check out our IM Marsh McLennan and our Careers that Matter video series.   

COMPANY PROFILE:  

Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s more than 20,000 employees are based in 43 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with more than 85,000 colleagues and annual revenue of over $23 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. For more information, visit mercer.com. Follow Mercer on LinkedIn and X. 

Marsh McLennan 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 reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.  

Marsh McLennan 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 McLennan 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. 

The applicable hourly rate for this role is $27.