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JOBS THAT COUNT NCCI Holdings Schools Students About The Actuarial Profession
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The 13 college students arrived at NCCI Holdings, a company that manages the nation’s largest database of workers’ compensation insurance information, dressed for business in crisp white shirts and armed with enthusiasm, ready to shadow actuaries at work. The group, all members of FAU’s Actuarial Club, and two faculty members started the day at Starbucks, and then took a quick office tour before dividing into small groups to learn about the numbersinfluenced profession. “There’s no better way to find out about life as an actuary,” said student Tom Mitchell, a professional musician who is undecided about his next career move. “I’m feeling my way, trying a bunch of different avenues. This seems like a nice place to work.”
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Eager to spread the word and help students, NCCI Holdings earlier this winter participated in FAU’s Math Day, where actuaries Ashley Pistole and Nicole Kelefas spoke about the joy of numbers. BEFORE
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“We volunteered because we’re excited about our careers as actuaries,” Pistole told a packed classroom. “Hopefully we’ll help you understand what you can do with a degree in math.”
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The work is challenging and creative, the actuaries told students. Actuaries at NCCI calculate risks and rates, and help price legislation governing how much workers should be paid for on-the-job injuries. “Every day is amazing and different,” Kelefas said. NCCI Holdings employs nearly 1,000 professionals dedicated to fostering a healthy workers’ compensation system. NCCI provides highquality information and analytical services to key audiences throughout the country. O
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