Marsh Risk Early Career Program, Summer Intern 2027 – Claims Advocacy, Chicago

Marsh McLennan • Chicago, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Marsh is seeking interns for its Early Career Program within the Risk business, supporting the Claims Advocacy team in Chicago. This is a 10-week hybrid internship anticipated to start in June 2027, with at least three days per week in the office. Interns will work with experienced professionals and gain exposure to workers' compensation, auto liability, general liability and products liability, environmental, product recall, and property claims. The program includes a cohort community, a dedicated program team, learning and development opportunities, mentorship, exposure to senior leaders, networking, and a summer capstone presentation to the team and senior leadership. High-performing graduating students may be considered for a full-time opportunity after the internship.

The Marsh Claims Advocacy Practice is a global team focused on delivering claims excellence through integrated solutions tailored to client needs, adding value particularly when clients need it most. The internship supports the team in organizing and tracking client claim information, assisting with claim reviews and analysis, coordinating client-facing materials and follow-up, and contributing to research and projects that evaluate claim activity.

Requirements

• Graduation date between Fall 2027 and Spring 2028.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Marketing, Analytics, or a related major.
• Interest in claims, insurance, risk management, or learning how organizations respond to and manage risk.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and comfort collaborating with teammates.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. permanently and on an ongoing basis without current or future sponsorship; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents holding a Green Card at the time of application.
• Submit a resume and cover letter, each no more than two pages and in PDF format. The cover letter must answer the application questions about interest in Claims Advocacy at Marsh, interest in Chicago, and an experience working with people different from oneself and its importance in client-focused professional services.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, work, or extracurricular experience involving customer service or collaboration with others.
• Comfort working with data or spreadsheets and interest in developing analytical skills.
• A client-focused mindset and ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support reporting, tracking, and documentation of client claims, ensuring information is accurate and organized throughout the claims process.
• Assist with formal claim reviews by gathering and analyzing information and preparing supporting materials.
• Help identify trends and insights that support clients and their risk needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support client needs, including preparing materials and coordinating information and follow-up with clients and other stakeholders.
• Assist with research, data analysis, presentations, and other projects that help evaluate claim activity.
• Complete a summer capstone presentation applying internship learning and presenting work to the team and senior leadership.

Benefits

• Mentorship and professional development support.
• Hybrid work environment with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Opportunities to participate in local office events and networking activities.
• Program learning and development opportunities, exposure to senior leaders, and valuable networking opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern