2020-2021 Purdue University Career Success Handbook

ALLYSSA ACTUARY aactuary@purdue.edu · (765) 234-8910 · 6158 Statistics Street, Chicago, IL 60643 August 29, 2020 Alex Martinez Smart Statistics Group 123 N. Stetson Ave Suite 64000 Chicago, Il 60601 Dear Alex Martinez,

communicate with SGG’s management and staff. It will be easy for me to embrace responsibility using intense problem solving and quick, on-my-feet thinking, as was the case during my work as a camp counselor engaging upwards of 20 children. As the Treasurer of the Midwest Actuarial Student Conference Committee, I oversee all financials and budgeting for an event of an estimated 250 students and serve as an integral member for committee event planning. During some meetings we analyzed underwriting performance and profitability case studies. Overall, as a highly involved and outgoing student, I not only have the attention to detail and logistical thinking of an Actuary, but also the personal and communicative skills necessary for the collective thinking in teamwork. My extensive skills and personal assets fit SSG’s interests in their Actuarial Intern. I would like to meet with you to further discuss the opportunity and my qualifications. I will remain in contact with SSG and look forward to hearing more about your innovative initiatives. Thank you for reading my letter and my consideration for employment. Sincerely, Allyssa Actuary Enclosure: resume

As an up-and-coming Actuarial Student, I’m writing to express my strong interest in Smart Statistics Group’s (SSG) Actuarial Intern position. I came across your position through your LinkedIn posting during my Chicagoland area internship search. SSG’s vibrant company culture and unique perspective of the insurance business offer the perfect outlet for my versatile and well-rounded skills. As an energetic Actuarial Science student from a top-ranked University, my knowledge, leadership experience, and outgoing nature would offer the perfect storm for this internship.

As a first-year student at Purdue University, my fast-tracked degree path has propelled me above many of my fellow students to take the FM test this coming February. In combination with my extensive Financial knowledge, Purdue’s Actuarial Science program double majors with a Statistic’s major and Management minor, which prepares me with great business and statistical analysis skills. In addition to Actuarial knowledge, I am also currently pursuing my minor in Computer Science, and have excellent Java, object-orientated programming skills with Tableau as well as a strong problem-solving nature. From my experience as a Secretarial Assistant for an insurance agent at Federated Insurance, I have experience with Excel and a firm understanding of the basics of the insurance industry. As a member of the first all-female team at the 2020 Illinois Economics Challenge in addition to continued studies in both macro and micro economics, I have a strong, functional understanding of the topic. With this combination of comprehensive skills, I am confident and excited for the chance to contribute to this opportunity. As a leader throughout my activities, it is proven I value regular communication and would seamlessly

• Conduct both scheduled and ad hoc analyses of underwriting performance and profitability. • Engage in industry, peer, and market analyses to support new initiatives. • Maintain existing rating tools, develop new models, and assist with integration into the SSG underwriting platform. • Regular communication with the underwriting staff, SSG management, and other internal functions such as IT and Finance. Requirements: • Experience with Access, SQL, Tableau, Other, etc. • Ability to ask questions and creatively explore. • Outstanding interpersonal skills. • Basic understanding of the insurance business. Recommended: • Independently motivated and team oriented. • Professional communication skills Deadline:

• Submit your resume and cover letter by October 15, 2020

• Pursuing BS in Math, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science or a related degree. • Excellent technical aptitude and strong attention to detail. • Excellent knowledge of Excel, programming, and data manipulation.

Sample Job Description Company: Smart Statistics Group (SSG) Job Title: Actuarial Intern

Duration: Summer 2021 (May – August) Job Description:

Disclaimer Smart Statistics Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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