STEM OPT Actuarial Consultant Jobs

Actuarial Consultant roles in insurance, consulting, and financial services qualify for STEM OPT because they sit under CIP codes in mathematics and statistics. Your STEM degree gives you up to 24 additional months of work authorization beyond initial OPT, totaling 36 months, as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.

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Open Jobs5+
Work Type80% Hybrid
Median Salary$73K
Top LocationAtlanta, GA
Most JobsElevance Health

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Elevance Health
Actuarial Analyst III
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Elevance Health
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Actuarial Analyst III
Elevance Health
Denver, Colorado
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Healthcare Administration
Business Analyst
$104,016/yr - $170,208/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Gallagher
Assistant Vice President - Actuarial
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Assistant Vice President - Actuarial
Gallagher
Portland, Maine
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
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3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Munich Re Life US
Senior Actuarial Associate
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Munich Re Life US
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Senior Actuarial Associate
Munich Re Life US
New York, New York
Business Operations
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Finance
Accounting
Tax
$144,000/yr - $168,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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National Government Services
Actuarial Analyst III (US)
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National Government Services
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Actuarial Analyst III (US)
National Government Services
Atlanta, Georgia
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Finance
Accounting
Business Analyst
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Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Sagesure Insurance Managers, LLC
Actuarial Analyst
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Sagesure Insurance Managers, LLC
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Actuarial Analyst
Sagesure Insurance Managers, LLC
Cheshire, Connecticut
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Consulting & Professional Services
Business Analyst
Data Science
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Actuarial Consultant

Verify your CIP code maps correctly

Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Actuarial roles typically require mathematics, statistics, or applied mathematics degrees, and a mismatch between your CIP code and those fields will disqualify the extension.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask your recruiter to confirm E-Verify participation during the offer stage, not after signing. Employers who aren't enrolled cannot legally supervise STEM OPT, and switching employers after authorization begins triggers a new I-983 filing cycle.

Target consulting firms with actuarial practice groups

Large consulting firms with dedicated actuarial practices file STEM OPT training plans regularly and have HR teams familiar with I-983 requirements. Smaller boutique shops often lack the internal infrastructure to complete the required reporting on time.

Build your I-983 training goals around exam progress

Actuarial employers expect your training plan to align with SOA or CAS exam milestones. Frame your learning objectives around specific exam sittings and technical skill development so your DSO and employer can co-sign a credible, enforceable plan.

Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify actuarial employers

Search Migrate Mate to filter actuarial consultant postings by employers already enrolled in E-Verify. This cuts the verification step out of your process and surfaces companies with documented STEM OPT hiring history, not just general job listings.

Understand cap-gap timing if H-1B is your next step

If you file an H-1B visa petition before your OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection extends your authorization through September 30 of that year. Actuarial consulting firms that sponsor H-1B visas typically initiate the petition process in January for an April lottery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as an actuarial consultant?

Your degree qualifies if it appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List and carries a qualifying CIP code. Degrees in mathematics, statistics, applied mathematics, and actuarial science typically qualify. Your DSO can confirm your specific CIP code against the list. A degree in business administration or general finance, even with actuarial coursework, usually does not qualify.

What does the I-983 training plan need to include for an actuarial consultant role?

Your I-983 must describe the specific actuarial skills and technical knowledge you'll develop, the supervision structure, your work schedule, and how the training connects to your STEM degree. For actuarial roles, training goals should reference exam preparation, modeling tools, and regulatory compliance work. Both you and your employer sign the plan, and your DSO must approve it before USCIS accepts the extension application.

How do I verify that an actuarial employer is enrolled in E-Verify?

You can search the E-Verify employer database directly through the E-Verify website to check enrollment status by company name or location. Enrollment status can vary by business unit or office, so confirm that the specific hiring entity, not just the parent company, is enrolled. If the employer isn't enrolled, they cannot legally hire you on STEM OPT, and enrolling takes time your offer timeline may not allow.

Where can I find actuarial consultant jobs that are open to STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate filters actuarial consultant listings by employers enrolled in E-Verify, so you're only seeing roles where STEM OPT authorization is actually workable. Most general job boards don't surface E-Verify status, which means you may spend weeks pursuing roles at companies that can't hire you. Starting your search on Migrate Mate removes that friction from the process.

What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my actuarial employer loses E-Verify enrollment?

If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated after your STEM OPT begins, your work authorization is at risk. USCIS requires continuous E-Verify enrollment throughout the training period. You'd need to find a new E-Verify enrolled employer, file an updated I-983, and have your DSO process the change before you can continue working legally. Checking enrollment status periodically protects you from this scenario.