Health and Benefits Internship

WTW

. Work beside Health and Benefits consultants on real client assignments .

Posted 10/6/2026internshipHouston • Texas • United StatesEntry Level💰 $27 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to present data-driven insights while collaborating effectively with clients and colleagues. Possesses foundational knowledge in health economics, actuarial science, and vendor analysis, with a focus on client service and problem-solving.

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Actuarial ScienceData AnalysisClient Service SkillsMicrosoft ExcelCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFinancial AnalysisActuarial ExamsQuantitative AnalysisVendor ComparisonPlan Design ModelingPricing StrategiesEmployee Contribution StrategiesSurvey EvaluationHealth Equity Knowledge

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingResourcefulnessCreativityInquisitivenessAccountability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePowerPointExcel

Industry Keywords

Health and BenefitsHuman Capital ManagementRisk ManagementInsuranceHealth EconomicsVendor PlacementWellbeing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work beside Health and Benefits consultants on real client assignments
Analyze data, draw conclusions, and present results
Participate in twice-weekly learning and networking sessions with Health and Benefits colleagues and leaders across WTW businesses
Support development and implementation of new client strategies and solutions
Analyze and compare vendor products, services, and contracts
Perform financial analyses, including pricing, employee contribution strategies, and modeling plan design alternatives
Gain specialized knowledge in pharmacy, life and disability insurance, health equity and wellbeing, vendor placement, actuarial and analytics, and related areas
Evaluate survey responses and vendor proposals
Collaborate with colleagues across levels and support clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to mid-sized and smaller organizations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Progress towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in human capital/human resource management, health economics, risk management & insurance, business management, marketing and finance, actuarial science, advanced mathematics, or another major with significant quantitative work
Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
Successful completion of one or more actuarial exams is beneficial for Actuarial students
Prior internship or other work experience demonstrating increasing levels of complex work, autonomy, and client service skills
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a close team environment
Problem-solving, resourcefulness, creativity, inquisitiveness, and accountability
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint
Local to and able to commute to the Houston office
No relocation or housing assistance is offered
Able to work legally in the United States indefinitely without visa sponsorship
Expected graduation with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree between December 2027 and June 2028