Actuarial Intern (16 Months Length)

Do you have strong analytical skills and want to develop your skills in a changing professional environment? Aon is looking for Actuarial Intern, Retirement Consulting in Saskatchewan. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our offices.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

How this opportunity is different

This is an exciting opportunity for students to learn, contribute, and gain real-world work experience in a collaborative environment. You will have the chance to learn more about Aon's culture and businesses while developing practical skills necessary for future success and postgraduate opportunities. The program equips interns with an understanding of working in an environment dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering products and services distinct to unique client needs.

What the day will look like

• Involvement in actuarial valuations for funding purposes for pension plans;
• Involvement in actuarial valuations for accounting purposes;
• Involvement in the preparation of actuarial costings and projections;
• Provide routine technical and analytical support to ensure the continuous efficient operation of our clients' pension plan arrangements;
• Read and interpret pension plan texts;
• Year-end update of plan records, including the reconciliation of the membership, contributions and trust fund;
• Completing government filings with pension regulators;
• Calculate benefit entitlements and prepare option packages on retirement, termination, death and marriage breakdown;
• Participating in internal seminars regarding current industry issues and technical training; and
• Working with a variety of Excel-based actuarial tools.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Good oral and written communication skills and ability to work in a team environment;
• Thorough and good organizational skills;
• Good knowledge of Excel and Word; and
• Previous work experience or actuarial co-op experience in a consulting/insurance environment is an asset.

Education:

• Students should be enrolled in Actuarial Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics or Business Administration; and
• Applicants should preferably be in 2nd work term or above.