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Summer 2026 Intern - Corporate Actuarial

Empower
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Summer 2026 Intern – Corporate Actuarial (Hartford)

 

Location: Hartford, CT (on-site & in-person)

Duration: 10 weeks from May 27, 2026 to July 31, 2026

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Compensation: $26.50 - $30.50 per hour (based on academic level and number of Society of Actuaries exams passed)

 

Empower is a leader in financial planning and retirement solutions, committed to helping people achieve financial freedom.  We serve millions of individuals, employers, and advisors through personalized products, smart technology, and a people-first approach. 

 

Program Overview

Empower’s Summer Internship Program offers an immersive 10-week experience designed to develop rising professionals with an interest in financial services.  Our interns thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment while gaining valuable insights into our business, culture, and mission.

 

Each intern is paired with a dedicated manager, mentor, and executive sponsor, and will work on a meaningful summer project.  This program includes: 

  • Hands on-experience with real business initiatives
  • Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams
  • Networking opportunities 
  • Professional and personal development workshops 

 

At the conclusion of the internship, each intern presents their work to business leaders, showcasing the impact they’ve made.

 

 

What you’ll do

As a Corporate Actuarial Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting actuarial modeling, financial reporting, and strategic analysis.  Previous interns have: 

  • Contributed to actuarial model enhancements and internal reporting tools
  • Supported actuarial teams in data validation, assumption setting, and trend analysis
  • Assisted with tasks related to valuation, forecasting, or regulatory deliverables

 

You will explore how your coursework applies to real business decisions, deliver both an individual and group project, and become familiar with the tools, systems, and workflows used across the company. Additionally, throughout the internship, you will develop professional and technical skills in a collaborative environment designed to prepare you for a career in actuarial science. 

 

Intern team placements and project scopes are determined in the months leading up to the internship, with your exact assignment shared in the spring.  In your role, you will gain exposure to key actuarial functions and will work on high-impact initiatives alongside experienced actuaries.  You are expected to produce meaningful contributions and results, with ongoing support, guidance, and feedback from your team. 

 

 

What you bring

We’re seeking college students who demonstrate a balance of technical aptitude, professionalism, and curiosity.  Ideal candidates will bring the following:

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a college or university (Bachelor’s or Master’s program)
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25
  • Available for full 10-week program (May 27 – July 31, 2026)
  • Must reside near or be able to reliably commute to Hartford, CT.  This is an in-person internship 
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship (CPT/OPT not supported) 

 

Core Competencies: 

  • Interest in applying your love of math, data, and science to inform business strategy
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
  • Self-directed with a proactive approach to learning
  • Professional curiosity and eagerness to explore new tools and ideas
  • Demonstrated accountability and follow-through on individual or team-based goals 

 

 

What will set you apart

  • At least 2 years of academic progress toward a bachelor’s degree
  • Expected to graduate and be available for full-time employment by mid-2027
  • Preferred majors: Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics, other relevant math-focused majors
  • Passage of one or more Society of Actuaries exams preferred
  • Knowledge of SQL or programming languages (Python, VBA, etc.) preferred
  • Knowledge of finance or actuarial fields preferred

 

 

Important notes

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

High-performing interns may be considered for return offers or full-time opportunities post-graduation.