Strategic Analyst Intern

American Equity•Des Moines, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Strategic Analyst Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting strategic initiatives across American Equity and the broader Brookfield Wealth Solutions organization. Potential areas of exposure include mergers and acquisitions, financing, product design, capital management, corporate development, financial analysis, accounting, and other business priorities. You will work with professionals and senior leaders to analyze complex business challenges, prepare recommendations, and support initiatives intended to create value across the organization. The role includes mentorship from investment and finance professionals and opportunities to demonstrate analytical skills, business acumen, and communication abilities. The American Equity Launchpad Internship Program is a 10–12 week, in-person experience based in the downtown Des Moines office. Interns contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship, participate in an intern hackathon, and take part in learning sessions, leadership presentations, networking, community service, and social activities. The program offers competitive compensation, a housing stipend, and recognition opportunities. Potential travel with affiliated entities may be available.

Requirements

Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or another related field of study.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills with close attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to define problems, gather and analyze data, establish facts, and draw well-supported conclusions.
Ability to work with financial and mathematical concepts and apply them to practical business situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with employees, business partners, and other stakeholders.
Ability to build productive relationships with internal and external partners.
Ability to prepare and present information clearly and respond effectively to questions.
Demonstrates accountability by setting personal goals, organizing work effectively, and aligning individual responsibilities with broader business priorities.

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure to investment banking, private equity, credit, asset management, corporate finance, or a related area.

Responsibilities

Collaborate on and support the execution of value-creation initiatives across Brookfield Wealth Solutions, American National, and American Equity.
Prepare presentations, financial analyses, and other materials to support senior leadership decision-making and communications with external stakeholders.
Assist with developing financial and insurance capital models, including public company valuation, credit analysis, and insurance capital impact assessments.
Research business strategies, products, end markets, and potential transaction opportunities and provide strategic insights.
Analyze financial and operational information, identify key trends, and clearly summarize findings.
Complete project and support tasks with guidance from a mentor and department leader.
Collaborate with interns across departments on a strategic, cross-functional initiative intended to drive business impact.
Participate in potential travel opportunities with affiliated entities.
Prepare ad hoc reports and perform other related duties as assigned.
Participate in program learning sessions, leadership presentations, networking, community service, and social activities.