Summer Associate, Master's Program 2027

Marsh McLennan

MercerWell summer associate supporting Marsh’s employer health consulting projects. Analyzing population health data, assisting RFPs, and developing client solutions.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management and analytical skills to support health consulting initiatives, with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools for data analysis and presentation. Engages effectively with clients and vendors to develop and implement health and benefits strategies.

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Project Management ExperienceQuantitative And Qualitative Analytical SkillsProficiency In Microsoft OfficeExcellent Organizational SkillsStrong Interpersonal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisHealth ConsultingWellbeing BenchmarkingSurvey Data AnalysisRFP AssistanceImplementation StrategiesContent Development

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailIntellectual CuriosityCritical ThinkingCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Health Vendor ComparisonsPopulation HealthMember Healthcare Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Utilize industry-leading tools to develop and execute client projects, including wellbeing benchmarking, health vendor comparisons, and survey data
Assist with Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to select carriers or vendors on behalf of clients
Collaborate with senior consultants to assess client needs and develop implementation strategies
Engage with vendors and partners to support clients' health and benefits strategies
Support MercerWell subject matter experts with content development and delivery of innovative solutions
Collect and analyze data to summarize information for impactful client presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant coursework or a desire to work in health consulting
Project management experience
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship now or in the future
Progress toward a master's degree with an expected graduation year of Fall 2027 or Spring 2028
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and critical thinking
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, adapt to changing client needs, and work under tight deadlines
Passion for population health and improving the member healthcare experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Interesting work and supportive leaders
Vibrant and inclusive culture
Benefits and rewards to enhance well-being
Flexible work environment
Hybrid work flexibility
Collaboration, connections and professional development benefits from working in the office