Pension Outsourcing Intern

Job Description

About the Company (WTW) and the Job Posting Platform (Lensa)

Lensa is a career site that assists job seekers in finding employment opportunities across the US. It functions as a promotional platform, not a staffing firm or agency, and does not directly hire for the jobs it advertises. Lensa promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. For this specific role, Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote a job for WTW inc. When users click “Apply Now” or “Read more” on Lensa, they are redirected to the direct job board or employer site, where any collected information is subject to that site’s terms and privacy notice.

WTW (Willis Towers Watson) is presented as a leading company in the market, delivering high-quality pension outsourcing services. It emphasizes its commitment to investing in employee learning and development to foster rapid career growth. WTW highlights its diverse team, where the colleague experience is designed to create a strong sense of purpose and belonging, ensuring everyone is heard, valued, and can be their authentic self. WTW operates with a “Work Flex” policy, trusting colleagues to work in various settings, primarily a hybrid model that blends remote, and in-office interactions based on team, role, and client needs. The company is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides application, interview, and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants.

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Detailed Job Description: Pension Outsourcing Intern

Important Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.

Role Title: Pension Outsourcing Intern

Role Summary:
As a Pension Outsourcing Intern, you will be involved in performing recurring plan administration services and work assignments for clients’ defined benefit plans. You will work under the supervision of senior team members and provide assistance with project work and other ad hoc client support services as needed.

Key Objectives and Responsibilities:

• Learning & Development: Gain a comprehensive understanding of pension plan administration and design through in-depth instructor-led, self-study, and on-the-job training opportunities.
• Plan Administration: With guidance from internal team members, perform routine and recurring plan administration tasks for clients’ defined benefit plans, including but not limited to benefit calculations, annual data updates, and assisting with the preparation of benefit statements.
• Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with other team members, including WTW plan administrators and actuaries, to successfully complete tasks and special projects, ensuring a unified delivery of services.
• Quality and Efficiency: Learn and apply “Excellence” tools and concepts to ensure efficient and high-quality output and service delivery.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to plan documents and government regulations during the administration of plans.
• Active Participation: Actively participate in team meetings and training activities.
• Accountability: Be accountable to team members for assigned tasks and responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Currently a college student, at least a junior, required.
• Preferably enrolled in a program with a heavy emphasis on mathematics, statistics, finance, or any other major with significant quantitative coursework.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is required.
• Accepting applications from candidates who plan to graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree between December 2026 through June 2027.
• Skills:
• Solid mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience & Attributes:
• Work experience that demonstrates strong technical and/or client service (management) skills.
• Passion for solving problems and sharing solutions to exceed client standards.
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, while also demonstrating cooperative behavior in a close team environment.

Location and Work Environment:

• This is a hybrid role, requiring a mix of remote and in-office working depending on daily work activities.
• Candidates are expected to be within a commutable distance to one of WTW’s Pension Outsourcing office locations:
• Dallas
• Denver
• Detroit
• Minneapolis
• Philadelphia

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: The hourly compensation offered for this role is $20-$22/hour USD. This role is eligible for overtime pay. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as location, individual competencies, education/certifications, qualifications/experience, and performance.
• Company Benefits (WTW): WTW provides a competitive benefit package (eligibility requirements apply), which includes:
• Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).
• WTW Work Flex: A hybrid work model that offers flexibility based on the needs of the team, role, and clients.

Additional Information:

• Recruiting Tips: WTW provides hints and tips for candidates on its career site.
• Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, WTW will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
• Accommodations: WTW is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides application, interview, and workplace adjustments and accommodations. For assistance, contact candidate.helpdesk@willistowerswatson.com.
• Posting Duration: This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until a sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
• Lensa Support: For questions about this posting, contact support@lensa.com.