Early Careers: Executive Compensation Intern
Aon invites ambitious college rising seniors to join our 2026 Summer Internship Program in our Human Capital Solutions group as an Executive Compensation Intern. Immerse yourself in a unique and exciting environment as you sample a career that offers global reach and makes a tangible impact on our clients!
Available Locations:
• Boston, MA
• Bloomington, MN
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What Is Executive Compensation?
Employees are the drivers for organizational growth and change. Companies look to have equitable and competitive compensation programs, as they are key factors in attracting and retaining top-level talent that drive innovation in successful companies.
The role of Executive Compensation Consultants, involves assisting companies in developing tailored programs structured to clients' specific needs, by utilizing industry leading market data combined with our knowledge and experience in developing programs for leading organizations in multiple industries.
What the Day Will Look Like?
In the Executive Compensation Consulting Intern role, you will be a key teammate in aspects of engagements from data analysis to initial report preparation. This role is critical to the overall management of client engagements by effectively analyzing Rewards Solutions' proprietary survey data to develop strategic recommendations for our clients. This position entails assisting with a variety of client requests, while providing the opportunity for involvement on a wide spectrum of projects, exposure to dynamic and high-growth industries, and regular interaction with peer and senior level teammates. Over the course of their internship, Interns will receive full insight on how to build a solid foundation for a career path at Aon.
Position Responsibilities
• Research and analyze competitive compensation practices in a defined labor market
• Complete job evaluations, perform benchmarking assessments, and design cash and equity solutions
• Analyze and interpret data and prepare client deliverables
• Support consultants by "owning the data" and fielding questions about figures or methodology
• Guide simultaneous projects through multiple interim steps, completing work fully and on schedule
• Maintain and update compensation and financial databases
How this opportunity is different
This is a 10-week paid program across various U.S. offices with access to leaders through weekly learning sessions and a chance to interact with colleagues globally. You will engage in challenging client projects with the benefit of continuous formal and informal feedback and the enjoyment of social outings and community service activities throughout your internship!
Skills and experience that will lead to success
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; must be able to identify problems and solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong research, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Aptitude in developing proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
Qualifications:
Rising seniors graduating between December 2026 - June 2027 with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Please note: immigration sponsorship not available for this role.
What sets our program apart from the rest?
Explore Aon's culture and business areas, developing practical skills vital for the future success and postgraduate opportunities. Engage in weekly spotlights, community outreach events and networking opportunities with peers, fostering an understanding of exceeding client expectations and delivering distinct products and services.
Development Planning
Participate in a comprehensive development plan that includes deeply understanding Aon's business areas, ethical standards, professional environment, networking opportunities, learning internal systems, and honing interpersonal and team-building skills through collaboration events and colleague networking opportunities.
Future Opportunities
Our program offers meaningful exposure to Aon, preparing interns for short-term and long-term career opportunities. Outstanding interns may receive offers to join Aon's Launch Program, an early careers development opportunity, as a full-time colleague with generous benefits and tangible career path.
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $21.00 - $27.00 hourly. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
Aon offers a benefits package for temporary and seasonal employees who will work 20 or more hours per week including: medical, dental, and vision insurance at the employee's expense, critical illness insurance, 10 Company holidays per calendar year (paid, if eligible), paid sick leave as provided under state and local law, and a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions. Eligibility for benefits are governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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