Government Health Consulting Actuarial Analyst - College Program

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Human Consulting (GHC) team at Marsh Health & Benefits. This role will be based in Phoenix, AZ, Seattle, WA, Minneapolis, MN or Atlanta, GA. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. As a consulting firm specializing in Medicaid, Marsh Health & Benefits GHC team assists state governments in optimizing their Medicaid programs. Our team plays a vital role in managing and analyzing Medicaid claims data to enhance patient access to care, improve cost efficiency, and elevate the quality of services provided to these individuals.

As an Actuarial Analyst, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced programmers, actuaries, and clinicians on meaningful projects that positively impact the lives of individuals and families in need. Join us in making a difference!

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• Perform comprehensive analysis of health care data using spreadsheet and database management software, with most time spent in Excel
• Assist in the development of reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Work on multifaceted projects to build a better understanding of health care delivery systems, specifically government-sponsored health and welfare programs such as Medicaid and Medicare
• Thrive in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across the practice at all levels
• Collaborate with colleagues on smaller teams, with opportunities to support other projects and clients depending on practice needs

• A bachelor's degree with graduation in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 and a concentration in actuarial science, math, statistics, economics, business finance, or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• A commitment to achieving a Society of Actuaries (SOA) designation, demonstrated by having successfully passed at least one SOA exam or other related professional certification
• Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience using formulas and functions to organize, analyze and interpret data with a strong desire to work in complex financial and actuarial models
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity
• Ability to work collaboratively on a team
• Flexibility to respond to changing client needs
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Your first four weeks will include a structured analyst development program designed to build on the Excel and analytical skills you bring to Mercer and prepare you to apply them to complex healthcare financial consulting work, through hands‑on exercises and a capstone project.

You'll gradually gain exposure to client work throughout the program, allowing you to apply what you're learning and transition into meaningful project responsibilities.

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career…