STEM OPT Actuarial Analyst Jobs
Actuarial Analyst roles in insurance, consulting, and financial services are strong STEM OPT matches for graduates in mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, giving you up to 36 months total, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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We are seeking an entry-level Actuarial Analysts to join our team, at our League City, TX or Houston, TX location.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of this position primarily involve operating actuarial models testing assumptions and methodologies for impacts and testing respective impacts to report up to senior management for decision making. Exposure across products and actuarial methods is expected to be broad.
What You'll Do:
- Performs and presents actuarial user acceptance tests to valuation and cash flow testing stakeholders
- Conduct ad hoc testing, scenario-based (“what if”), and impact analyses as bandwidth allows, with flexibility to support either Life or Annuity products and specialize in valuation or cash flow testing based on skill set.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field with a strong mathematical background is required
- 2-4 Actuarial Exams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Familiarity with cash flow testing or valuation concepts
- Experience modeling within Moody’s AXIS
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with SQL and/or VBA/Office Macros
- Deep familiarity with either life and annuity products and familiarity with drivers of surplus and reserves for those products
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification - you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.
American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ health, financial security, and well being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people first culture that values flexibility, work life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.
American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We’re committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values - Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST) - we foster a collaborative, people centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
HIRING PRACTICES
American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner, and only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application by logging into their account.
While candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for personal interview preparation, the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted during any live or recorded interview, assessment, or at any stage of the application process where original candidate responses are required. Candidates are expected to represent their own qualifications, skills, and experiences throughout the hiring process. American National does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third party recruitment agencies without a valid, signed agreement in place, and no fees will be paid for unauthorized submissions. Additionally, American National’s ability to sponsor employment based immigration authorization is limited and available only for certain positions based on business needs and role requirements.
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking an entry-level Actuarial Analysts to join our team, at our League City, TX or Houston, TX location.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of this position primarily involve operating actuarial models testing assumptions and methodologies for impacts and testing respective impacts to report up to senior management for decision making. Exposure across products and actuarial methods is expected to be broad.
What You'll Do:
- Performs and presents actuarial user acceptance tests to valuation and cash flow testing stakeholders
- Conduct ad hoc testing, scenario-based (“what if”), and impact analyses as bandwidth allows, with flexibility to support either Life or Annuity products and specialize in valuation or cash flow testing based on skill set.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field with a strong mathematical background is required
- 2-4 Actuarial Exams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Familiarity with cash flow testing or valuation concepts
- Experience modeling within Moody’s AXIS
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with SQL and/or VBA/Office Macros
- Deep familiarity with either life and annuity products and familiarity with drivers of surplus and reserves for those products
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification - you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.
American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ health, financial security, and well being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people first culture that values flexibility, work life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.
American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We’re committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values - Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST) - we foster a collaborative, people centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
HIRING PRACTICES
American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner, and only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application by logging into their account.
While candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for personal interview preparation, the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted during any live or recorded interview, assessment, or at any stage of the application process where original candidate responses are required. Candidates are expected to represent their own qualifications, skills, and experiences throughout the hiring process. American National does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third party recruitment agencies without a valid, signed agreement in place, and no fees will be paid for unauthorized submissions. Additionally, American National’s ability to sponsor employment based immigration authorization is limited and available only for certain positions based on business needs and role requirements.
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Actuarial Analyst
Confirm your CIP code qualifies first
Actuarial science (CIP 27.0301) and applied mathematics (CIP 27.0301) qualify for STEM OPT, but statistics and financial mathematics codes vary. Ask your DSO to confirm your degree's CIP code before accepting any offer.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before signing
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify, not just eligible to enroll. Ask the hiring manager or HR to confirm active enrollment status before you accept an offer, since not all actuarial employers have signed up.
Build your exam progress into your resume
Actuarial employers prioritize candidates who have passed at least one Society of Actuaries or Casualty Actuarial Society exam. List your passed exams and exam dates clearly so hiring managers can immediately gauge where you are in the credentialing path.
Target employers with active STEM OPT training plans
Use Migrate Mate to filter for actuarial employers who have previously hired STEM OPT students. These companies already have I-983 training plan templates and HR processes in place, which shortens your onboarding timeline significantly.
Draft your I-983 training plan around actuarial competencies
Your I-983 must connect your job duties to your STEM degree. For actuarial roles, map tasks like loss reserving, pricing models, and experience studies directly to the quantitative coursework in your transcript when completing the plan with your employer.
Use cap-gap protection to bridge to H-1B if needed
If your employer files an H-1B petition before April 1 and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your OPT authorization through September 30. Confirm the timeline with USCIS so you don't interrupt employment during the gap period.
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Find Actuarial Analyst JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does my STEM degree qualify me for the 24-month STEM OPT extension as an Actuarial Analyst?
Your degree qualifies if it appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List and carries an eligible CIP code. Actuarial science, mathematics, and statistics degrees typically qualify, but financial economics or business degrees may not. Your DSO confirms eligibility by checking your degree's CIP code against the official list before filing your extension application with USCIS.
Is my Actuarial Analyst employer required to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a legal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student, not a preference. Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your extension begins. If the employer hasn't enrolled, your STEM OPT extension won't be valid for that position, even if USCIS has already approved the extension on your EAD.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Actuarial Analyst role?
The I-983 must describe how your day-to-day actuarial duties relate to your STEM degree. You and your employer complete it together, listing specific tasks such as building pricing models, running reserve analyses, or working with loss triangles, and connecting each to quantitative skills from your degree program. Your DSO must sign off before the extension is approved.
How do I find Actuarial Analyst employers who are already set up to hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Actuarial Analyst roles at employers with verified STEM OPT hiring history. Targeting companies that have already onboarded STEM OPT students means they have E-Verify enrollment confirmed and I-983 templates ready, which removes the most common bottlenecks between your offer and your first day.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition during my extension?
If your employer submits a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before April 1 of your final STEM OPT year and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30. Your EAD remains valid during this bridge period. USCIS guidance confirms the cap-gap rule applies to STEM OPT holders in the same way it applies to initial OPT holders.
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