At a Glance
- Tasks: Dive into the world of actuarial science and gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Zurich, a leading insurance company committed to creating a brighter future.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a chance for career progression.
- Other info: Work in a sustainable office with opportunities for hybrid working after initial training.
- Why this job: Experience real responsibility and make an impact while exploring your future career.
- Qualifications: Must be in your penultimate year of a Maths-based degree with strong IT skills.
The predicted salary is between 24969 - 24969 £ per year.
Location: Swindon
Start Date: June 2027
Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026
Insurance is so much more than you think! Do you want to discover more about careers that will excite, challenge and inspire you? If so, a Zurich summer insurance internship could be just what you're looking for. Forget any preconceptions you have about internships and the insurance industry. Our 10-week summer programmes give you a real job with real responsibility and a taste for life working at Zurich.
With plenty of support around you, you’ll experience how your future career might look and help us make a difference to our customers at a time when they need us the most. Our summer internships are ideal for undergraduate students. As well as gaining some great experience, successful completion of your internship in 2026 could lead to you being offered a place on one of our graduate programmes starting in 2027.
What can I look forward to?
- The 10-week paid Actuarial Internship is designed to provide a taster of what an actuarial career at Zurich looks like.
- You will be working in an actuarial role from day one, gaining experience working alongside a team of actuaries and learning some of the foundation skills required to succeed in the profession.
- Your internship could involve working in reserving, pricing, reinsurance, or another core actuarial area.
- You will be assigned a ‘buddy’ for the duration of your internship.
- The Zurich Internship Scheme will help you develop broader professional skills and give you the opportunity to work on a project across different career disciplines.
The Life Actuarial internship is based in our Swindon office - one of the UK’s most sustainable offices. There is the potential for hybrid working after an initial period.
What’s in it for you?
- £24,968.58 pro rata salary
- Pro rata holiday for the duration of your internship
- Contribution towards private medical cover
- 12% company pension contribution
- Access to other flexible benefits
What you’ll need:
- You should be within a commutable distance of the Swindon office
- Strong IT skills, knowledge of Excel is preferable (but not essential)
- Comfortable with maths and a logical mindset
- An appetite to learn
- A professional attitude and a positive approach to your work
Entry Requirements:
- You must be in your penultimate year of study in a Maths-based bachelors (or equivalent) degree (e.g. mathematics, statistics, engineering, chemistry and physics) and on course to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree.
- A minimum C/4 grade in both English and Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent)
- At least 128 UCAS points (ABB) in three A-levels (or equivalent)
- A minimum A grade in Mathematics A-level.
- You must have an indefinite, full right to work and reside in the UK.
- You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of three consecutive years.
Are you ready to create a brighter future? At Zurich our brand purpose is to create a brighter future together, for our customers, our partners, our employees and the planet. We’re passionate about diversity and inclusion; we want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work. You’ll have every opportunity to use your drive and enthusiasm to innovate the future of Zurich.
Please note we are unable to progress your application if you don't meet our criteria listed above. Please ensure you have the right to reside and work in the UK before you apply as we are unable to provide sponsorship.
Actuarial (Life Insurance) Summer Internship 2027 employer: Zurich Insurance
Zurich is an exceptional employer that prioritises flexibility and employee wellbeing, offering a range of benefits tailored to individual needs, including a generous pension scheme and private medical insurance. Our inclusive work culture fosters diversity and encourages personal growth, ensuring every employee feels valued and supported in their career journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying a dynamic work environment that champions creativity and collaboration.
