Actuarial Internship - Financial Analysis & Modeling

Were Looking for an Actuarial Financial Analysis and Modeling Intern!

About the Company:

Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $75 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a PLACE where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement.

We're proud to have been recognized as one of the best in the business:

• Named to Ward's 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
• Recognized on list of Ingram's Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024

About the Role:

As an Actuarial Financial Analysis and Modeling Intern, you'll provide analysis and technical skills in support of fulfilling the strategic objectives for the Assumptions team within the Corporate Actuarial Department. The Intern will primarily assist with varying aspects of assumption setting and data analysis work. The Actuarial Intern position reports to Associate Actuary and can be based out of our office in Topeka or Overland Park, Kansas, Des Moines, Iowa, or remotely for the right candidate. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.

• Conduct data manipulation, organization, and analysis
• Assist with updating and improving reports, spreadsheets, and documentation
• Contribute to attribution analysis of assumptions using Prophet Modeling software
• Assist with the actuarial assumption setting process while ensuring compliance with the assumption governance framework
• Assist with assumption documentation and assumption inventory
• Collect, compile, and analyze policy level data
• Develop strong relationships by collaborating with other departments and business units (Valuation, Product Development, Planning, and Finance areas)

What We're Looking For:

Students eligible for the internship will be current, fulltime students available to work 10 - 20 hours a week, beginning in fall 2026. The intern will be expected to work during and between semesters, including full-time over the summer. This is not a summer only internship.

• Full-time college student in Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Finance or Computer Science at the sophomore to graduate level
• Commitment to pursue an actuarial credential demonstrated by preparation for Society of Actuaries-administered exams or exam credit preferred
• Advanced Excel knowledge/skill required including functions and macro creation, editing and use
• Demonstrated ability with Visual Basic coding, SQL and/or R preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong GPA in major and in all areas of study
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines required
• Accuracy and the ability to be very detail oriented

Why Choose Security Benefit?

When you join our team, you're not just getting a paycheck - you're getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here's what you can expect as part of our internship program at Security Benefit:

• Hands-on Experience
• Skill Development
• Networking Opportunities
• Resume Enhancement
• Exploration of Career Paths
• Personal and Professional Growth
• Industry Insights
• Holiday Pay

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today by visiting our career page to submit your resume. We're excited to meet you!

Security Benefit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.