Job Description

Marsh People and Investments Executive Rewards Internship- Louisville- College Program 2027

We are seeking a talented college student to join our Executive Rewards team, part of our People and Investments business at Marsh. This summer internship will be based in Louisville KY and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office or with clients. Candidates must be available for the full internship period: Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 13th 2027. We are unable to accommodate alternate start or end dates.

THE POSITION: Executive Rewards Summer Intern

The Executive Rewards team helps companies design, assess, and execute performance measurement and rewards strategies that reinforce business objectives. We do this by understanding our clients’ unique strategies, capabilities, and company cultures, applying our design and analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of global market practices to deliver effective results. Our clients are primarily senior executives and Board members.

We help our clients set total rewards strategies for the broad workforce and executives. We benchmark, design and implement rewards programs for our clients, including compensation structures, incentive/bonus plans, and benefit programs.

Our Executive Rewards team is based in Louisville KY. We align rewards with value-creating business strategies. We also stay abreast of regulatory developments and their implications and monitor global market trends for our clients.

To learn more please visit https://www.mercer.com/en-us/solutions/talent-and-rewards/

What we look for

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and build strong client relationships
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, including new digital tools and AI innovations in HR
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams while managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail

What you need to have

• Bachelor's degree, with anticipated graduation date of Spring 2028; focus in math, statistics, business, finance, or economics preferred
• Candidates must be available for the full internship period: Monday, June 7th through Friday, August 13th 2027. We are unable to accommodate alternate start or end dates.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future; candidates must have permanent, unrestricted U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available for this role (Please note, CPT and OPT are considered restricted forms of work authorization)

What a typical day looks like

• Provide quantitative and qualitative analytical support to senior consultants and project teams
• Conduct research to understand industry and organization-specific issues, including business strategy, corporate performance, and compensation and rewards practices
• Analyze clients' strategic, financial, and organizational information to develop insights and solutions
• Perform financial analyses of industry sectors and client peer groups
• Collaborate with project teams on how best to structure analyses and present findings
• Support the business with creating presentations for boards of directors, senior executives, and HR leaders

What we offer

• Opportunity to deliver impactful solutions for major organizations and their employees
• A chance to develop your skills alongside some of the smartest people in the industry
• Excellent growth, mobility, and advancement opportunities

WHAT’S NEXT?

Apply by submitting an application on our website. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh 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@marsh.com.