Catastrophe Advisory Intern

Marsh McLennan

. Assess the impact of earthquakes, floods, wildfires, hurricanes, and other hazard scenarios on insurers’ property damage and financial losses .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on catastrophe risk management, data manipulation, and financial analysis. Proficient in using predictive models and effective communication to convey complex risk assessments to clients.

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Catastrophe Risk ManagementData Management SkillsMicrosoft SQLAnalytical SkillsInsurance Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data ManipulationPredictive ModelingBasic CodingStatistical AnalysisFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Curious MindsetProactive AttitudeAttention to DetailCollaborative MindsetEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAlteryx

Industry Keywords

InsuranceReinsuranceCatastrophe ModelingMeteorologySeismology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess the impact of earthquakes, floods, wildfires, hurricanes, and other hazard scenarios on insurers’ property damage and financial losses
Collaborate with professionals in catastrophe risk management, underwriting support, live event impacts, and reinsurance decision-making
Manage catastrophe modeling projects from inception to completion
Contribute to innovative internal initiatives
Organize client data and check it for reasonability
Load data into predictive models and run the models
Share insights with senior colleagues
Compile coherent narratives to help clients understand their degree of risk
Perform basic calculations and draw conclusions from client data
Assess modeled outcomes in support of the reinsurance transaction process
Establish and maintain relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
Develop knowledge in region-based or peril-based catastrophe risk management through research or experience
Offer ideas and feedback to improve internal outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or natural sciences field such as applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, operations research, finance, economics, data science, computer science, meteorology, or a demonstrated ability to learn new software and analytical concepts quickly
An expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028 is preferred
Strong academic record
Curious and proactive mindset
Ability to lead internal initiatives and research projects to completion
Robust data management skills, including manipulating, interpreting, and extrapolating complex data
Superior communication and presentation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail with financial aptitude
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset and effective interpersonal skills
Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Capacity to progress multiple projects at the same time
Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship now or in the future
Experience in the insurance industry, insurance/reinsurance, or catastrophe model software vendor is a differentiator
Experience using Microsoft SQL, Alteryx, and/or basic coding is a differentiator
Scientific background in meteorology and/or seismology is a differentiator
Understanding of the insurance/reinsurance industry and product lines is a differentiator

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive training program
Professional development opportunities
Interesting work
Supportive leaders
Vibrant and inclusive culture
Flexible work environment
Benefits and rewards to enhance well-being
Hybrid work with remote flexibility
Collaboration, connections, and professional development benefits from working in the office