About the role#
The Westfield Specialty Intern Program is a paid, ten-week summer internship running from June 7th to August 13th, 2027. This role offers students insight into the insurance business through hands-on work, mentorship, and professional development. Interns participate in classroom training, a lunch and learn series with senior leaders, and a group project alongside other interns.
What you'll do#
- Assist with actuarial analyses for pricing initiatives.
- Gather, validate, and analyze large data sets using statistical techniques.
- Build and maintain actuarial models, reports, and dashboards.
- Prepare summaries, presentations, and recommendations based on your findings.
- Evaluate trends related to claims, premium, exposure, and profitability.
- Participate in data quality reviews and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with underwriting, finance, and claims teams to support decision-making.
- Conduct research on industry trends, market conditions, and emerging risks.
- Complete ad hoc analyses and special projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
- Must be sitting for an Actuarial Exam, with one or more exams already completed preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with SQL, R, Python, or Power BI is a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently or in a team.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: Hybrid, with the requirement to be in the office 4 days a week.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7th to August 13th).
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid at $25 per hour.
About Westfield Insurance
Westfield Insurance provides property and casualty coverage for commercial, personal, and specialty clients. The company operates as a mutual insurer with assets over $10 billion and annual revenues above $4 billion. It distributes products through a network of independent agents and brokers across the United States. The firm also offers specialty coverage through Lloyd's of London Syndicate 1200.
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