Catastrophe Advisory Spring Co-op - College Program 2027

Location: New York - 1166; Philadelphia - South 17th

Company:Guy Carpenter

Description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Catastrophe Advisory team at Marsh Re. This role will be based in New York or Philadelphia. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Program Dates: January 2027 through June 2027 (~40 hours per week)

• **This is a 6-month commitment***

As a member of our team, you will join a group of Catastrophe Advisors utilizing engineering and economic research to assess the impact of various hazard scenarios—such as earthquakes, floods, wildfires, and hurricanes—on insurance companies’ property damage and financial losses. You will collaborate with top-tier professionals in areas including catastrophe risk management, underwriting support, live event impacts, and reinsurance decision-making. You will participate in a comprehensive training program that covers a wide range of skills, including vendor models, the insurance industry, reinsurance, project management, and public speaking. Your responsibilities will include managing catastrophe modeling projects from inception to completion and contributing to innovative internal initiatives.

Why Marsh Re

At Marsh Re, you can be your best. We work on challenges that matter with colleagues who help bring out our best. Our uniquely collaborative environment will empower you to focus on your personal and professional success, learning from top specialists in the (re)insurance industry and leading you towards a rewarding and impactful career.

We will count on you to

Contribute to developing an inclusive work environment that respects and values differences of background, experience, and thought

Organize client data, check data for reasonability, load data into predictive models, run the models, share insights with senior colleagues, and compile coherent and compelling narratives to help clients understand their degree of risk

Perform basic calculations and draw conclusions from client data to assess a range of modeled outcomes for clients in support of reinsurance transaction process

Establish and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

Develop knowledge in certain region-based or peril-based areas of catastrophe risk management services through research or experience

Take part in internal initiatives, offering ideas and feedback to improve outcomes

What you need to have

Progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or natural sciences field such as applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, operations research, finance, economics, data science, computer science, meteorology, or a demonstrated ability to learn new software and analytical concepts quickly

An expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028 is preferred

Strong academic record in major and work experience is more important than the field of study

Curious and proactive mindset: desire and ability to lead internal initiatives and research projects to completion

Robust data management skills: ability to manipulate, interpret, and extrapolate complex data

Superior communication and presentation skills: an ability to translate complex technical analysis and concepts into easily understandable terms for brokers and clients

Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with financial aptitude

A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and effective interpersonal skills

Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

A desire and ability to grow beyond your current capabilities

Capacity to progress multiple projects at the same time

Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

What makes you stand out

Experience in the insurance industry at an insurance company, reinsurance broker, reinsurer, or catastrophe model software vendor

Experience using Microsoft SQL, Alteryx, and/or basic coding in any language

Scientific background in meteorology and/or seismology

An understanding of the insurance/reinsurance industry and product lines

Why join our team

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact on colleagues, clients and communities

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being

The applicable hourly rate for this role is $30.00.

What's next

Application Instructions

Application deadline is Sunday, October 18th at 11:59pm EST

We are hiring in multiple locations. As you are filling out your application, you'll have the opportunity to select your desired location. Should you have interest in multiple locations, your recruiter will work with you to make those connections should that be necessary.

First Round Interviews

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

If selected, first-round interviews consist of an on-demand digital video interview.

Further timing and instructions will be provided after submission of the application.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliat