Health and Benefits Intern

Company:

Marsh

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Health and Benefits team, part of our People and Investments business at Marsh. This role will be based in Charlotte NC. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office. Candidates must be available for the full internship period: Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 13th 2027. We are unable to accommodate alternate start or end dates.

During this internship, you’ll work alongside Marsh’s 2,500+ U.S. Health & Benefits consultants that deliver disciplined and consistent approaches to benchmarking, data analytics, financial management, marketing, compliance, and communication. Our client focus, integrity, expertise, and innovation are why clients choose Marsh. We are committed to setting industry standards for ethical and transparent business practices.

To learn more about Marsh’s Health & Benefits practice, please visit https://www.mercer.com/en-us/solutions/health-and-benefits/

We will count on you to:

• Collect and analyze healthcare claims and utilization data, including cost projections and evaluations
• Support the Request for Proposal (RFP) process on behalf of clients
• Assist senior consultants in reviewing client needs, identifying suitable approaches, and supporting implementation strategies
• Model employee benefit contributions to help meet employer objectives
• Help prepare client deliverables and communications, including reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Support the National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans to create benchmarks of employers’ health and benefits plans

What you need to have: 

• Progress toward a bachelor’s degree in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, health administration, health policy, or a related major
• Currently enrolled in a college or university with an expected graduation date of Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 
• Preferred minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0
• Permanent, ongoing U.S. work authorization without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability to work Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 13th in Summer 2027 (no alternate dates)

What makes you stand out?

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design 
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills 
• Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills 
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail 

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 for 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.

What’s next?

Application Instructions:   

• • Candidates must apply via the Marsh careers website to be considered.    
  • When creating your application, please use your permanent home address and use your personal email address rather than your school email address.   

Interview Process:   

• • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.   
  • If selected, Further timing and instructions will be provided at that time.   

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 affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [email protected].