Victoria Wilson
About Victoria Wilson
Victoria Wilson is a Catastrophe Modeling Analyst at AXIS Capital, where she has worked since 2021 in Champaign, Illinois. She has a background in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and has held various positions related to weather and climate risk, including internships and volunteer work.
Work at AXIS Capital
Victoria Wilson has been employed at AXIS Capital as a Catastrophe Modeling Analyst since 2021. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in catastrophe modeling to assess and analyze risks associated with weather and climate events. Prior to her current position, she gained relevant experience as a Catastrophe Modeling Intern at AXIS Capital in 2020. Her work at AXIS Capital is based in Champaign, Illinois, where she has developed her skills in risk assessment and modeling.
Education and Expertise
Victoria Wilson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completing her studies from 2017 to 2020. During her academic career, she contributed to research projects that focused on weather and climate risk, enhancing her understanding of these critical areas. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in the principles of atmospheric sciences, which she applies in her professional work.
Background
Victoria Wilson's background includes a diverse range of experiences in the field of atmospheric sciences. She worked as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 2019 to 2020, where she supported educational initiatives. Additionally, she served as a Meteorology Intern at WAND-TV in 2018 and volunteered at the National Weather Service in 2019. These roles have contributed to her practical knowledge and skills in weather analysis and risk assessment.
Internship Experience
Victoria Wilson gained practical experience in catastrophe modeling through her internship at AXIS Capital in 2020. This internship lasted for seven months and provided her with hands-on training in risk assessment related to weather events. Her earlier internship experience at WAND-TV as a Meteorology Intern further solidified her understanding of meteorological concepts and their applications in real-world scenarios.
Research Contributions
During her time at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Victoria Wilson contributed to various research projects focused on weather and climate risk. These projects allowed her to explore the implications of climate events and develop insights that are applicable to her current role as a Catastrophe Modeling Analyst. Her research experience reflects her strong interest in understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate-related risks.