About the role#
This is a 12-week paid internship program for Summer 2026. You will join a team responsible for core actuarial functions, including modeling, pricing, valuation, and reporting for deferred annuities. This role is based on-site at our office in Des Moines, Iowa.
What you'll do#
- Develop models in Milliman Integrate software for fixed indexed annuities.
- Verify calculation accuracy using Excel-based independent calculators.
- Generate and review reserve calculations for Statutory and GAAP reporting.
- Build reports in Integrate to support management analysis.
- Research policyholder data using SQL, R, Python, and Tableau.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor or master degree program in actuarial science, data science, mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics, business administration, finance, or accounting.
- A passing score on at least one preliminary actuarial examination.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to numeric detail.
- Effective organizational skills.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
- The position is on-site.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
About American Equity
American Equity provides annuity products for retirement income planning. The company focuses on fixed index and traditional fixed annuities to assist individuals with financial security. Founded in 1995, the organization is based in West Des Moines, Iowa. It operates as a public company with a staff of 501 to 1,000 employees.
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