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Actuary internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside practicing actuaries, mentorship from working actuarial professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with UPMC, Nelnet, and Gallagher among the employers posting roles now.
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The UPMC Insurance Services Division is seeking Actuarial Interns for Summer 2027! The actuarial profession applies knowledge of mathematics, probability, and statistics in order to identify issues and analyze data on a wide variety of topics affecting the financial performance of UPMC’s Insurance Services Division. Internship positions are available within multiple lines of business in our Health Insurance book, as well as Property & Casualty positions within our Workers Compensation team. Interns will be expected to lead a project pertinent to their line of business.
This is a PAID internship starting at $25/hr and adjusted for exams passed.
The actuarial internship program will be on a hybrid basis (combo of work from home and in-office) from the Downtown Pittsburgh office.
Responsibilities:
- Work with actuaries at the company to analyze emerging trends and other key drivers of financial performance
- Provide insights to leadership along with recommendations to complex business problems
- Assist senior actuarial positions in the development of mathematical models in connection with other departments to predict the impact of proposed changes
- Provide analytical support for rate development and filings
- Learn about the different roles an actuary plays within a Health Insurance and Property & Casualty company
- Communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal deliverables
- Preference will be given to candidates pursuing a degree in Actuarial Science or, for those pursuing a related STEM degree, candidates who have passed at least one actuarial exam.
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint)
Some experience with SQL, R and/or SAS preferred
- Intern is pursuing associateship or fellowship from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) or Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS)
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
The UPMC Insurance Services Division is seeking Actuarial Interns for Summer 2027! The actuarial profession applies knowledge of mathematics, probability, and statistics in order to identify issues and analyze data on a wide variety of topics affecting the financial performance of UPMC’s Insurance Services Division. Internship positions are available within multiple lines of business in our Health Insurance book, as well as Property & Casualty positions within our Workers Compensation team. Interns will be expected to lead a project pertinent to their line of business.
This is a PAID internship starting at $25/hr and adjusted for exams passed.
The actuarial internship program will be on a hybrid basis (combo of work from home and in-office) from the Downtown Pittsburgh office.
Responsibilities:
- Work with actuaries at the company to analyze emerging trends and other key drivers of financial performance
- Provide insights to leadership along with recommendations to complex business problems
- Assist senior actuarial positions in the development of mathematical models in connection with other departments to predict the impact of proposed changes
- Provide analytical support for rate development and filings
- Learn about the different roles an actuary plays within a Health Insurance and Property & Casualty company
- Communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal deliverables
- Preference will be given to candidates pursuing a degree in Actuarial Science or, for those pursuing a related STEM degree, candidates who have passed at least one actuarial exam.
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint)
Some experience with SQL, R and/or SAS preferred
- Intern is pursuing associateship or fellowship from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) or Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS)
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Tips for Your Actuary Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large insurers, consulting firms, and financial employers close their summer intern cohorts months before the program starts, often by November or December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings consistently starting in early fall so you don't miss the first recruiting wave.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Actuarial hiring teams expect limited work history at the intern level, so projects carry the most weight. Document two or three quantitative or actuarial projects showing your tools and methods, R, Python, Excel models, or actuarial software, and publish them where a recruiter can review the work before your interview.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, combining both channels widens the pool you reach and improves your odds with firms that don't recruit on campus.
Practice actuarial and technical screens out loud
Actuary intern interviews commonly include probability problems, statistical reasoning questions, and Excel or programming exercises. Practice solving them out loud, explaining each step as you go, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer. Working through past exam problems under timed conditions builds both accuracy and fluency.
Target structured actuarial associate programs early
Large insurers and consulting firms run cohort-based actuarial associate programs that combine rotations with exam-track support, these are designed for people new to the field. They recruit early and fill fast. Identify the programs that match your exam progress and career goals, and apply in the first wave of postings.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the actuary internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start searching on Migrate Mate, and filter by work type and location so you're not sorting through roles you can't accept.
Actuary Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an actuary internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited professional experience at the intern level. For actuary candidates, the concrete artifact is a documented case study or actuarial modeling project showing the tools and methods you used. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an actuary internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for actuary interns is performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and how early the employer signals its return-offer timeline. Position yourself by contributing visibly to deliverables, and treat the offer as a possible outcome rather than a planned one.
When should I apply for actuary internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large insurers, consulting firms, and financial employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Watching listings consistently and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance.
Are actuary internships paid?
Most professional actuary internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Smaller firms and some nonprofit or government placements may offer stipends or academic credit instead of hourly wages, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should an actuary internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented actuarial or quantitative projects that name the tools used, R, Python, Excel modeling, or actuarial software, and link to published analyses, case studies, or GitHub repositories where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework such as probability, statistics, and finance. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote actuary internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the actuary internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants across multiple cities, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is an actuarial associate or exam-track internship program?
Many large insurers and consulting firms run structured actuarial associate programs that place interns directly on exam-track pathways, pairing project rotations with study support for the first Society of Actuaries or Casualty Actuarial Society exams. These programs target students new to actuarial work, recruit in the fall for summer starts, and fill their cohorts early, so apply in the first wave of postings.
Can international students get actuary internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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