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

Program Dates: January 2026 through June 2026 (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.
 

We will count on you to:

Contribute to developing an inclusive work environment that respects and values differences of background, experience, and thoughtOrganize 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 riskPerform basic calculations and draw conclusions from client data to assess a range of modeled outcomes for clients in support of reinsurance transaction processEstablish and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholdersDevelop knowledge in certain region-based or peril-based areas of catastrophe risk management services through research or experienceTake 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 quicklyAn expected graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027 is preferredStrong academic record in major and work experience is more important than the field of studyCurious and proactive mindset: desire and ability to lead internal initiatives and research projects to completionRobust data management skills: ability to manipulate, interpret, and extrapolate complex dataSuperior communication and presentation skills: an ability to translate complex technical analysis and concepts into easily understandable terms for brokers and clientsStrong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with financial aptitudeA collaborative, team-oriented mindset and effective interpersonal skillsSolid computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)A desire and ability to grow beyond your current capabilitiesCapacity to progress multiple projects at the same timeLegal 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 vendorExperience using Microsoft SQL, Alteryx, and/or basic coding in any languageScientific background in meteorology and/or seismologyAn 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 leadersWe foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact on colleagues, clients and communitiesOur 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 $27.00.
 

What's next:

Application Instructions:  

Application deadline is Sunday, September 28th at 11:59pm ESTWe 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.

Guy Carpenter, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a leading global risk advisory and reinsurance specialist and broker. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit guycarp.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan 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 reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.