I analyzed 100 entry-level actuary job posts

[@northernlight1000]

This is arguably the most helpful Actuarial Science video of all time, and I've seen pretty much all of MJ's and Elle's work as well!

[@EtchedActuarial]

Wow! Thank you NorthernLights!

[@Saboomafoo_]

Super informative video and I’m only 1/3 through watching it! Thanks you!

[@EtchedActuarial]

Thank you too! I'm happy to help. 😊

[@shriyakatakam6592]

WOW! this is something I have been searching for such a long time .... Thank you so much for your effort!!.

[@EtchedActuarial]

You're welcome! Glad it helped Shriya!

[@andysui2533]

As an actuarial student I can’t thank you enough for this! Brea you’re the best

[@EtchedActuarial]

Thanks Andy!

[@dinosilooy2228]

Thanks so much for the information, Brea.

[@EtchedActuarial]

You're very welcome!

[@redacted4176]

Hello EtchedActuarial! I wanted to ask if you could do a video explaining more in-depth how one could go about doing what you said in 25:43, which is completing projects and applying what you learn to a real scenario. How would I go about finding businesses to help? Is there a script I could use to ask? What do you mean by "projects"? Thank you for your time! Your video is really informative!

[@EtchedActuarial]

Start from people around you! See how you could improve the process of a club you're in, a volunteer organization, a part-time job or even family/local businesses that you're familiar with. Try to identify some pain points first, and suggest ways you could help. Another key skill to have is the ability to identify these things!

[@aleksflores9016]

Chapeau! Tons... tons... tons... Thanks for the video Brea! 👌

[@EtchedActuarial]

I thought my French was good. Chapeau? Isn't that a hat? 😂 Glad you enjoyed, Aleks!

[@aleksflores9016]

@@EtchedActuarial hehe of course you're right Brea ( chapeau = hat 🤠) but it is also an expression for saying that you admire when someone is doing something pretty well...or so my parisian friend said😂 ... We use it also in Spanish 😁

[@MathEnergyTV]

Tip #1: Exams should not be your main priority. Tip #3: Technical skills are so important. What was Tip #2?

[@austythesnowman5093]

Now that CAS and SoA are split and tests don't cross over, would you recommend going from the prelims into FAM or SRM for those staying in SoA?

[@hehemichaeljackson2953]

I love you so much. I get so much info from your website.

[@EtchedActuarial]

Thank you!

[@shalawells3549]

Thanks, Bre❣

[@EtchedActuarial]

Glad I could help! :)

[@MachoMandem]

4:10 Since the Actuarial market is already very competitive, is it worth working towards getting the designation as a student in stepping stone degree like the examples you gave from a university that isn't top 100? Since you will be starting the journey comparatively disadvantaged since ActSci students would have a bunch of exemptions when graduating and a stepping stone degree would not necessarily give those

[@EtchedActuarial]

As you gain more work experience and real-life projects and skills, your degree will actually matter less. Focus on the things that will make you stand out and continue to work on areas that you're not as confident in.

[@MachoMandem]

@@EtchedActuarial That's great! Thanks for the information!

[@kitty1977]

I'm only allowed to like this video once. Thank you so much.

[@EtchedActuarial]

Thank you 😂

[@CricSam11]

Awesome 👍🏻 Whatever information you have given, do they applicable to all over the countries or only for Canada and USA?

[@EtchedActuarial]

Hi there! These tips are made for Canadian and US future actuaries, since that's where my area of expertise is. I'm not 100% sure if they would apply to other countries the same way! Sorry about that, I wish I could help more!

[@yasmineenimsay9132]

Hi Brea ! You may find my question a bit weird but…. Pension Analyst is an Actuarial Analyst ? Pension analyst doing calculation of defined benefit annuities. Thank you 😊

[@irynav1599]

19:41 😂 The next invention: Etched Actuarial University Thank you for the videos!

[@EtchedActuarial]

That'd be awesome :D You're welcome Iryna!

[@KILLER-qk4fp]

will you make a vdeo on eligibility of actuarial exams

[@aleconaco1991]

How do you gain experience if you're applying for an entry level job? I have my bachelor's in applied math and I'm studying for the exams, but I'm coming from a different field. I have been a math teacher/tutor, I also managed a restaurant. So I have 10+ years of working experience, just not anything related to the field.

[@EtchedActuarial]

You can start off with stepping stone positions. This video talks all about how to get relevant experience kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6PUZYOco8apZ9k Also check out this video to learn more about making the transition from math teacher to an actuarial role kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYHNaJd8iK-fsJo&

[@samechoe]

Hey Brea, would I be able to pass the actuarial exam without any calculus/stats classes taken? Given that I'm willing to study new equations and put in many hours to understanding new material, would I be able to apply techniques for exam P and FM?

[@EtchedActuarial]

Hi Sam! You can definitely pass actuarial exams without taking any classes, as long as you're willing to study hard. If you're looking for extra resources and study materials, you're always welcome in the AAC! 😊 etchedactuarial.com/accelerator/

[@philosophyoftrucking]

Will A.I. replace people in the actuarial sciences?

[@EtchedActuarial]

This is a question on SO many people's minds right now! I don't think AI is going to completely replace people - but I do think it'll change which tasks people do day-to-day in the actuarial field. Lower level tasks might get delegated to AI, while humans work on the more advanced stuff. But even if AI did take over, I think actuaries would be in a pretty good spot! Here's a video where I explain my thoughts: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIWxlHuKatmmZ6s

[@paullidster8220]

In terms of internships, what internships other than actuarial would make an entry-level actuarial candidate desirable?

[@EtchedActuarial]

This video talks about relevant positions kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6PUZYOco8apZ9k

[@Sooo6107]

I have browsed about this and I really wonder how can I give exam P Or Fm in India. Is it possible?

[@EtchedActuarial]

I believe you'd have to take the exams from the IAI (Institute of Actuaries of India) or IFoA (The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries) and then get exemptions for the SOA exams later. But I'd recommend checking with your local actuarial society to be sure, since I'm not an expert on that!

[@Sooo6107]

@@EtchedActuarial ooo yes, sure....thank you so much.

[@zigbitisnuggers9742]

Your videos are so high quality! Love how you keep it real

[@EtchedActuarial]

Thank you! :)

[@redacted4176]

25:43

[@nesh3171]

I really love this channel... Please tell us how you can be contacted

[@EtchedActuarial]

Hey Nesh! You can reach the Etched Actuarial Team at [e-mail]

[@nationalinsurance5538]

Can students from India after passing 3 papers get a entry level job in usa kindly respond

[@EtchedActuarial]

It's possible but tends to be hard to get a job in the US if you're not a citizen.

[@durgapradeepbandiga4788]

@@EtchedActuarial if we possess the right kind of technical skills( sas,SQL etc) and required 3papers , will companies sponsor us for the work visa?

[@am72678]

@@durgapradeepbandiga4788 its still ridiculously hard with 0 work experience. your chances are slim at best

[@aniruddhvasishta8334]

Funny how you used analysis skills to talk about the job that requires analysis. Ironic, but still a very helpful video.

[@EtchedActuarial]

Actuaries love analysis! I'm going to start bring more of that to my channel. Glad you liked it. :D