OLA Academy - accepting applications!

The OLA Academy (OLAA) has reopened and is taking applications!  Take advantage of the OLAA resources and videos to learn how to write an actuarial resume, how to successfully interview and network, among other things. OLAA was created to help Latine actuarial candidates navigate and succeed in their job and internship search process.

OLAA participants are eligible to participate in OLA’s events with actuarial employers, in the OLA virtual career fairs and are eligible to apply to OLA’s Travel Sponsorship program to attend industry conferences.  Become one of our many success stories!

This program is open, apply now using this link: OLA Academy application

[email protected] - Travel to San Antonio!

OLA is sponsoring students to attend the 2023 ALPFA Convention on August 20-23 in San Antonio, TX!

OLA Leaders will be present to provide support and mentorship.  A great opportunity to enhance your professional development, network, and find an actuarial opportunity! OLA will cover travel, lodging, and registration fees.

Visit this website for more info on the convention.

Eligibility:  Must be part of the 2023 OLA Academy (OLAA). You can apply here:  OLA Academy Application. Winners must also be available to travel on Aug 20-23. 

For more details and to apply click here:  OLA @ ALPFA 2023

Join OLA's Member Portal!

Effective July 2022, OLA launched its Member Portal. We celebrated our 5th year anniversary in 2022 with a community that keeps growing in both our membership and support from allies, corporate sponsors, and partners.

If you received an e-mail from OLA about the Member Portal, we invite you to update your profile using the login credentials provided.

If you would like to join our community, please register at members.latinoactuaries.org!

Video tutorials to assist with the registration process and updating your profile can be found here: members.latinoactuaries.org/page/tutorials

Thanks for being a part of our growing community!

OLA Virtual Career Fairs!

Companies looking for Latine talent will be attending the OLA Career Fairs!  Below are the dates of our upcoming career fairs.

  • OLA Career Fair 1 – Aug 29 from 11a to 3p ET
  • OLA Career Fair 2 – Sep 13 from 11a to 3p ET
  • OLA Career Fair 3 – Sept 28 from 11a to 3p ET

Do not miss this opportunity to get in front of companies that are looking for Latine talent!

Eligibility:  Must be part of the 2023 OLA Academy (OLAA) to be invited to these and other events with our sponsors.  You can apply here:  OLA Academy Application

Actuarial recruiters that want to participate, please e-mail us at: [email protected]  Thank you for your sponsorship!

First Time Exam Taker Stipend

OLA launched a new exam program aimed to support Latine actuarial candidates who are pursuing the actuarial profession and have not yet begun to take exams. OLA will award a First Time Exam Taker Stipend to candidates who need financial support to get their actuarial exams started.  OLA is happy to be able to lessen the financial burden for candidates who need this aid so that they can focus on studying!

For more information:  OLA First Time Exam Taker Stipend

OLA Study Material Stipend

Need financial help to buy study material for your actuarial exams?  OLA helps Latine actuarial candidates with the cost of study exam material for exams P/1, FM/2, IFM, MAS or FAM.  We are conscious that some students and their families are under financial strain and we hope that this program will benefit Latine candidates as they pursue their actuarial careers.

For more information:  OLA Study Material Stipend