Health Consulting Analyst - Chicago - College Program 2026

Marsh McLennan • Chicago, IL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

WHO WE ARE We’re Mercer – we believe in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. THE POSITION: Health CONSULTING Analyst Mercer’s 2,500+ US Health consultants deliver disciplined, consistent approaches to benchmarking, data analytics, financial management , marketing, compliance and communication . Our client focus, integrity, expertise , and innovation are why clients choose Mercer. We are committed to setting the industry standard for ethical and transparent business practices . To learn more about Mercer’s Health practice, please visit https://www.mercer.com/what-we-do/health-and-benefits.html WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE Assist senior consultants with reviewing client needs, recommending suitable approaches, and helping imple ment benefit program strategies Collect, analyze, and interpret health care data for reporting to the client Acquire knowledge about the insurance vendor marketplace, plan designs, healthcare cost factors, and the renewal process for health and group benefit programs Coordinate the Request for Proposal (RFP) process on behalf of a client Help write and structure client communications, including proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations WHAT WE VALUE Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and 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 Ability to work in teams and be flexible to work under tight deadlines and changing client needs Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree with graduation year in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 and concentration(s) in business, math, statistics, economics, public health, and/or other related field s is preferred Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 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 WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Be challenged to deliver impactful solutions for major organizations and have a direct impact on their employees Opportunity to work with some of the smartest people in the industry Excellent growth, mobility and advancement opportunities Hybrid Work Schedule – 3 days in the office Top benefits – generous PTO including vacation, sick days , and even 1 day off for community service! Mercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Mercer, visit mercer.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [email protected]. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and 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
• Ability to work in teams and be flexible to work under tight deadlines and changing client needs
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree with graduation year in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 and concentration(s) in business, math, statistics, economics, public health, and/or other related field s is preferred
• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• 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

Responsibilities

• Assist senior consultants with reviewing client needs, recommending suitable approaches, and helping imple ment benefit program strategies
• Collect, analyze, and interpret health care data for reporting to the client
• Acquire knowledge about the insurance vendor marketplace, plan designs, healthcare cost factors, and the renewal process for health and group benefit programs
• Coordinate the Request for Proposal (RFP) process on behalf of a client
• Help write and structure client communications, including proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations

Benefits

• Be challenged to deliver impactful solutions for major organizations and have a direct impact on their employees
• Opportunity to work with some of the smartest people in the industry
• Excellent growth, mobility and advancement opportunities
• Hybrid Work Schedule – 3 days in the office
• Top benefits – generous PTO including vacation, sick days , and even 1 day off for community service!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level