Description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Human Services Consulting (GHSC) team at Mercer. This role will be based in Phoenix, AZ, Seattle, WA, or Minneapolis, MN. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. As a consulting firm specializing in Medicaid, Mercer's GHSC team assists state governments in optimizing their Medicaid programs. Our team plays a vital role in managing and analyzing Medicaid claims data to enhance patient access to care, improve cost efficiency, and elevate the quality of services provided to these individuals. As an Analyst , you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced programmers, actuaries, and clinicians, contributing to meaningful projects that aim to positively impact the lives of individuals and families in need. Join us in making a difference!

To learn more about Mercer's GHSC practice, please visit www.mercer-government.mercer.com

We will count on you to:

• Utilize SAS program to interpret and analyze large health care data sets

• Assist in the development of client communications, proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations

• Work on multifaceted projects to gain a better understanding of health care delivery systems, specifically government-sponsored health and welfare programs, such as Medicaid and Medicare

• Excel in a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across all organizational levels

• Collaborate with a focused group of colleagues on smaller team-based assignments with opportunities to participate in larger scale client and industry projects

What you need to have:

• A bachelor's degree with graduation year in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 and concentration in computer information sciences, economics, finance, mathematics, actuarial science, management information systems, statistics, supply management, public policy, public health, or a related analytical field

• Experience utilizing programming language such as SAS , Python, or SQL

• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0

• Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

What makes you stand out?

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills

• Ability to work in teams and be flexible to work under tight deadlines and changing client needs

• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

What's Next:

Application Instructions:

• When creating your application, please use your permanent home address and use your personal email address rather than your school email address .

First Round Interviews:

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis .

• If selected, first-round interviews consist of an on-demand digital video interview .

• Further timing and instructions will be provided at that time.

The applicable salary for this role is $68,000 in Phoenix and Minneapolis. The applicable salary for this role is $73,000 in Seattle.

Mercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Mercer, visit mercer.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.