Management Consulting - Actuaries Intern - Summer 2026

PwC

  • USA
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Industry/Sector Not ApplicableSpecialism BenefitsManagement Level Intern/TraineeJob Description & Summary At PwC, our people in workforce consulting focus on providing consulting services related to human resources, talent management, and organisational development. They analyse client needs, develop people and organisation strategies. These individuals offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their workforce, enhance employee engagement, and drive organisational effectiveness.Those in rewards and benefits at PwC will specialise in providing comprehensive consulting services related to total rewards, compensation programmes, and employee benefits. You will work closely with clients to analyse their reward and benefits strategies, design competitive and equitable compensation structures, and develop cost-effective and attractive benefits packages.Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities.Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
  • Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
  • Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
  • Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
  • Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
  • Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
  • Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
  • Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
  • Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.
The OpportunityAs a Management Consulting - Actuaries Intern, you will engage in projects that focus on workforce consulting, specifically within rewards and benefits. This role offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in the intricacies of compensation and payroll, benefits administration, and stakeholder engagement. As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects, conducting research, and observing professional work environments to gain exposure to PwC's practices. You will be encouraged to adopt a learning mindset, actively listen, and express ideas clearly, contributing to the team's success.In this role at PwC, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in process improvement and payroll software, while gaining valuable insights into the management of employee benefits programs. You will be part of a dynamic environment where you can ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for clients. This experience will help you establish your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities in the consulting field.Responsibilities- Supporting teams in conducting benefit plan analysis and benchmarking studies
- Participating in the evaluation and improvement of compensation and payroll processes
- Assisting in the management and utilization of payroll software for accurate wage processing
- Engaging in data analytics to enhance workforce insights and performance measurement
- Contributing to the development and reporting of rewards and benefits strategies
- Collaborating on service delivery projects to improve client satisfaction and outcomes
- Observing and learning from stakeholder engagement practices to enhance service delivery
- Assisting in the preparation of reports for compensation and benefits programs
- Participating in process improvement initiatives to optimize business operations
- Supporting the implementation of incentive programs to motivate employee performanceWhat You Must Have- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Statistics, or Mathematics
- Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements and demonstrate a commitment to undertaking and passing actuarial exams
- Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application. Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of schoolWhat Sets You Apart- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating knowledge in Benefit Plan Analysis
- Utilizing Data Analytics for workforce insights
- Engaging in Process Improvement initiatives
- Participating in Agile Performance Measurement
- Applying Market Analysis for strategic decisions
-Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomesTravel Requirements Up to 80%Job Posting End DateLearn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workPwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

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