Health and Benefits Summer Intern - Central Market - College Program 2027

Marsh McLennan•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Health and Benefits team, part of our People and Investments business at Marsh. This role will be based in Chicago, IL or Houston, TX. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office. Candidates must be available for the full internship period: Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 13th. We are unable to accommodate alternate start or end dates. During this internship, you’ll work alongside Marsh’s 2,500+ U.S. Health & Benefits consultants that deliver disciplined and consistent approaches to benchmarking, data analytics, financial management, marketing, compliance, and communication. Our client focus, integrity, expertise, and innovation are why clients choose Marsh. We are committed to setting industry standards for ethical and transparent business practices. To learn more about Marsh’s Health & Benefits practice, please visit https://www.mercer.com/en-us/solutions/health-and-benefits/

Requirements

Progress toward a bachelor’s degree in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, health administration, health policy, or a related major
Currently enrolled in a college or university with an expected graduation date of Fall 2027 or Spring 2028
Preferred minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0
Permanent, ongoing U.S. work authorization without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Ability to work Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 13th in Summer 2027 (no alternate dates)

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills
Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze healthcare claims and utilization data, including cost projections and evaluations
Support the Request for Proposal (RFP) process on behalf of clients
Assist senior consultants in reviewing client needs, identifying suitable approaches, and supporting implementation strategies
Model employee benefit contributions to help meet employer objectives
Help prepare client deliverables and communications, including reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
Support the National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans to create benchmarks of employers’ health and benefits plans