Analytics Internship

Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for nearly 160 years through a distinctive planning approach that integrates risk management with wealth accumulation, preservation and distribution. With more than $217 billion in assets, $26 billion in revenues and more than $1.5 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than 4.2 million clients. For the seventh consecutive year, Northwestern Mutual has also been recognized among the “Best Places to Work in IT” as a top workplace for information technology (IT) professionals, according to IDG’s Computerworld, the leading source of technology news and information for IT influencers worldwide. People are the power behind Northwestern Mutual, and diversity makes us better. We are committed to reflecting and serving the marketplace. We do so by attracting and enhancing the engagement of those who bring their unique perspectives, ideas, and beliefs. At Northwestern Mutual, people matter. And you’ll be working for a company that’s consistently voted among the “most admired” in the nation. We invite you to explore your career interests with us.

Interns may be involved in providing day-to-day support as needed including data gathering and preparation, data analysis, reporting, data visualization and various other activities including attending and participating in various meetings as part of the team. Responsibilities of the intern may include:

• Writing SQL to collect and prepare data for analysis

• Utilizing data visualization tools, such as Microsoft Excel, Tableau

• Participation in team reviews of analysis to provide additional insights and perspectives on analysis

• Various small projects and process assistance as needed

Active student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field. A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher with a minimum of 6-9 credits in Math or Statistics courses.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION

• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, time management, and creative thinking skills

• Advanced knowledge of Excel

• Previous work or classroom experience in one of the following: statistics, applied mathematics, data analysis • Beginner to intermediate knowledge of SQL SAS knowledge preferred but not required

• Knowledge of SharePoint administration is a plus

• Aptitude for learning on the fly and interest in analytics