Internship & Job Links for Math Majors

Are you majoring in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or Applied Math? A math degree opens doors to careers in finance, data analysis, research, technology, insurance, government, and education. Internships and early career roles can help you apply your analytical skills in real-world settings while clarifying your professional path.

Use this guide to:

• Find internships in data analysis, actuarial work, tech, finance, and research
• Explore opportunities in government, education, and public service
• Access job boards and organizations that value mathematical problem-solving and quantitative skills

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Top Job Boards & Internship Platforms for Math Majors

• Mathematical Association of America (MAA) – Math Classifieds
  Job board for academic, research, and government positions related to mathematics.
• Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) Job Board
  Listings for roles in applied math, computational science, modeling, and quantitative research.
• American Mathematical Society (AMS) Employment Services
  Internships, fellowships, and job postings for students interested in math research or academic careers.
• Actuary.com
  Job and internship listings specifically for actuarial science students and aspiring actuaries.
• MathJobs.org
  Academic and research job board run by AMS, often including internships, post-bac research, and teaching assistant roles.

Data, Finance, & Actuarial Opportunities

• DataJobs.com
  Internships and jobs in data science, analytics, and quantitative modeling—great fit for math/stat majors.
• SmartAsset – Math Internships in Finance & Tech
  Discover finance-focused roles where strong math and modeling skills are in demand.
• Society of Actuaries – Internships & Careers
  Find actuarial internships, exam prep support, and employer connections for actuarial science students.
• National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) – Careers
  Offers internships and jobs for students in math, risk, and statistics, often tied to insurance regulation and analytics.

Government & Research Opportunities

• NSF REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates)
  Paid summer research programs for undergraduates in math, statistics, and computational science.
• ORISE Fellowships & Internships
  Opportunities in math modeling, data analysis, and public health research through federal agencies like CDC and DOE.
• USAJobs – Pathways for Students
  Federal government internships for math majors—roles in data, economics, cybersecurity, and more.

Education & Teaching Pathways

• Breakthrough Collaborative
  Paid summer teaching fellowships—great for students interested in teaching math or exploring education careers.
• Math for America
  Fellowship program for aspiring and early-career math teachers with a focus on excellence in STEM education (primarily post-grad).
• Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program
  Scholarships and internship opportunities for STEM majors who plan to become K–12 math teachers.