<p>I am a statistics and economics major considering taking an actuarial exam or two. However, I have no interest in actually becoming an actuary. Engineering majors at the school I plan on transferring to usually get the top consulting/finance related jobs, and so I heard non-engineering majors who have taken a couple of the SOA exams are more attractive to employers. Is this true? I'm not sure what I want to do after graduation, but any type of consulting or analyst position is on the table. Would taking (and passing) a couple of the exams be helpful even when applying to related but non-actuarial jobs?</p>
<p>Naturally, I am also seeking internships/work experience and am also in my second semester of C++ programming to beef up my resume. </p>