Megan Whitehead-Douglas
Megan Whitehead-Douglas
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University of Toronto
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Actuarial Science Specialists for Hire - Fall Semester

Flexible

Our Actuarial Science Specialist Program is an accredited program under the Canadian Institute of Actuaries University Accreditation Program. Our programs are also recognized as a Centre of Actuarial Excellence under the Society of Actuaries Centers of Actuarial Excellence (CAE) Program. In 2019, we received the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) University Award for "the innovative and exemplary ways" our program is preparing students for their career. Students in our Actuarial Science program come with a variety of skills sets and experiences. As part of their degree requirements, students in our Actuarial Science Specialist program are required to complete 420 (full time, continuous) hours - this usually translates into a standard 4 month opportunity. Students may be available for longer, depending on your project and organizational requirements. Students have spent the past year adapting to online development, and are comfortable taking on new challenges in a remote landscape.

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Category Accounting + 4
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University of Toronto
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Actuarial Case Consulting Challenge

ACT390

Oct 1, 2021 - Nov 27, 2021

As part of their professional experience course, teams of students in our Actuarial Science program will work with data (provided by your company) to brainstorm solutions for an insurance, analysis, business, or similar challenge. The challenge is up to you, allowing you to obtain fresh perspectives on a real issue your organization is managing or ideas for future products.

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Category Market research + 1
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University of Toronto
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Data Science Insights

STA130H1

Mar 4, 2019 - Apr 2, 2019

Would you like to translate data into actionable insight? In this project, students will use a data set and questions of interest provided by your organization to perform data exploration, visualization, statistical modelling, and inference to learn from your data. They will provide you with a summary of their findings and insights to answer your questions.

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Category Data analysis
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University of Toronto
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Statistical/Actuarial Science Students for Hire

Flexible

Our Actuarial Science Specialist Program is an accredited program under the Canadian Institute of Actuaries University Accreditation Program. Our programs are also recognized as a Centre of Actuarial Excellence under the Society of Actuaries Centers of Actuarial Excellence (CAE) Program. In 2019, we received the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) University Award for "the innovative and exemplary ways" our program is preparing students for their career. Students in our Actuarial Science program come with a variety of skills sets and experiences. As part of their degree requirements, students in our Actuarial Science Specialist program are required to complete a minimum 420 (full time, continuous) hours - this usually translates into a standard 4 month opportunity. Students may be available for longer, depending on your project and organizational requirements. Students have spent the past year adapting to online development, and are comfortable taking on new challenges remotely.

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Category Databases + 4
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Work experience

Internship and Mentorship Administrator
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
May 2018 - Current

Supporting Statistical, Actuarial and Data Management undergraduate students through career education, coaching, and administering the internship program. Currently creating an internship program to showcase these incredible students

Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Information Display Systems (IDS) Canada
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
June 2017 - Current

CONTRACT POSITION: assisted with marketing material creation, made sales calls (cold and warm), developed new marketing concepts and liaised with clients to maintain relationships. At IDS there was an excellent chance to learn new ways to connect with clients and respond to their changing marketing needs. Participated in an international sales training program that encouraged teamwork, sales techniques and interpersonal skills.

Student, Career, Co-Curricular Record Coordinator
University of Toronto, OISE
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
November 2015 - May 2018

Working with students, internal partners and employers to assist OISE students with resume and educational workshops, career preparedness and co-curricular records (CCR). Project manager and project supporter for major conferences and career events, with a view to manage and support students and colleagues. This role allows for collaboration within the OISE community and beyond

Coordinator Employer Recruitment and Engagement
University of Toronto, Career Centre
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
January 2013 - May 2015

Liaising between employers who are looking to hire top quality students and students looking to work in terrific organizations in varying industries. Connecting these groups via recruitment events and specific work opportunities. Part of the role involves sourcing employers who aren't currently working with the University of Toronto to find recruits, or, who aren't taking full advantage of the programs and services we offer and filling those gaps to foster recruitment, company awareness and facilitate relationships. See less

Manager, Alumni Volunteers and Events
University of Toronto, Rotman School of Management
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
July 2011 - July 2012

On Secondment (CONTRACT), Working with the phenomenal alumni and of the Rotman School of Management along with various stakeholders, I created, managed and hosted several events varying in size for alumni. From large scale cocktail receptions to intimate career development panels, each event served a purpose that had to deliver value to the participants. This required a solid understanding of each group's needs and ensuring expectations were, at base, met but often exceeded. In addition to liaising with alumni to foster positive relationships, the challenge of recruiting and retaining volunteers from around the world was met through diplomacy, professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills

Acting Recruitment Coordinator
University of Toronto, Faculty of Law
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
November 2008 - January 2010

On secondment (CONTRACT) form the University of Toronto Career Centre. Relationship management was a key skill honed in this role. From connecting directly with the students, including international and professionals being accredited in Canada to liaising with employers to foster recruitment opportunities, each person who came into contact with the Recruitment Office felt respected, heard and helped. Beyond the coordination and management of multiple events, both large and small scale, administering the Mentorship Program was a special part of the role. Matching first year students with alumni, to find the perfect fit, both from the established pool and new volunteer recruits was a source of great satisfaction. Other successful tasks included developing new materials used to communicate with students, managing the database and job posting board and counselling first year students on employment option

Coordinator, Marketing and Event Planning
University of Toronto, Career Centre
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
January 2008 - January 2013

An all encompassing role at the Career Centre, with focus on event coordination, including a 5 day recruitment and company awareness event, accessibility hiring seminars and specialized career panels . The role also included research and survey administration, liaising with employers, working cohesively with other University departments, student groups and other stakeholders and administering the government program SEP (Summer Experience Program). Throughout the year I would hire and supervise up to four people and many volunteers at events.

Recruitment Coordinator
Altis HR
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
May 2006 - June 2007

Using excellent interpersonal skills to extract pertinent information from candidates seeking employment then gaining a deep understanding of client need through cooperative communication and research, numerous successful matches were made. Industries varied, primarily the roles were in administration, financial services and technology. Honed collaborative working style and listening skills to ensure that each person, candidate or paying client felt positive about their association with the firm, and all steps involved in the recruitment process

Education

Master of Education, Adult Education & Community Development
University of Toronto, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE)
September 2015 - Current
HRM Certificate, Human Resource Management
University of Toronto
September 2011 - April 2016
Certificate program, Solutions-Focused Counselling Modules
University of Toronto, Factor-Inwentash School of Social Work
September 2009 - September 2010
Bachelor of Arts , Marketing Management
Athabasca University
September 2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts , Commerce
Ryerson University
September 2003 - April 2005
Diploma, Marketing Management
Sheridan College
September 2000 - April 2003