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We are thrilled to announce that the Zurich Summer Internship Programme is returning for another exciting year, offering an array of new opportunities for aspiring professionals like you!
The Zurich Summer Internship Programme is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to the dynamic world of work. It is an excellent opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain practical knowledge and enhance their skillset in a supportive and engaging environment.
What's new?
This year, we have expanded the range of internship positions available across various departments, including investments, business change, finance, IT, and more.
Additionally, we have revamped our internship curriculum to offer more workshops and the opportunity to network with professionals across our business. You'll have the chance to learn from industry experts, participate in real-life projects, and develop skills that will set you up for future success.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate student to join our busy Actuarial team; where you will gain insight into all aspects of work performed by the Actuarial team.
Skills and experience
- Strong academic performance in any discipline.
- Naturally curious and inquisitive.
- A team player, who collaborates and contributes to the team’s success.
- Demonstrates empathy: being able to put yourself in other peoples’ shoes and to show care and concern for others around you.
- A problem solver, who is open to innovation and will challenge the status quo to get the best result.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
A bit more about what you will be doing
- Reporting to regulators and to our parent company, analysis of experience data and dealing with non-standard calculations for policyholder queries.
- Subject to experience and progress, the successful candidate may use a variety of software tools including MS Office (predominantly MS Excel and MS Access), the actuarial modelling software Prophet, as well as programming languages such as SQL and R.
- Working with students at all levels of progress through their actuarial exams to gain an insight into studying for the professional exams and progress to becoming a qualified actuary.
Why a Zurich Summer Internship?
- Competitive pro rata salary.
- 25 days holiday pro rata for the duration of the internship.
- Gain experience of a fast-moving, competitive, and business-focused environment whilst completing your studies!
- Free car parking.
- Awards for Excellence Sustainable Business of the Year & UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Award for Energy 2023.
- Access to all committee events.
