FTC Bureau of Economics Opportunity
FTC Bureau of Economics is looking for Statisticians.
Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) fulfills a twofold mission to protect both competition and consumers in the United States. Individuals at the FTC work together to enforce antitrust laws and to protect the public from fraud, deception, and unfair business practices. The Bureau of Economics (BE) ensures that the FTC’s actions are backed by scientifically sound, data-driven economic analysis. With more than 80 microeconomists, supported by research analysts and statisticians, as well as financial analysts and support personnel, BE plays an essential role in virtually all aspects of the FTC’s mission.
In this role, you will gain real-world experience by working alongside Ph.D. economists to protect consumers and promote competition in the US economy. Statisticians work with economists to support FTC matters, including:
- providing economic and statistical analysis in support of antitrust investigations, cases, and rulemaking
- conducting academic research and developing reports on the functioning of markets in the economy
Statistician GS7
The ideal candidate for this position has:
- A strong interest in and intuition for applied microeconomics;
- Proficiency in programming languages widely used in economics, statistics, and/or data science such as Stata, R, or Python;
- Excitement about conducting data analysis on a wide range of datasets in support of consumer protection and competition missions of the FTC;
- Interest and aptitude in working with PhD economists on economics research projects that serve the mission of the FTC;
- A desire to grow and build on skills in data analysis and microeconomics.
Statistician GS9
The ideal candidate for this position has:
- A strong interest in and aptitude for applied microeconomics, data analysis, and computer programming;
- Proficiency in programming languages widely used in economics, statistics, data science, and/or computer science such as Stata, R, Python, SQL, or C++;
- Excitement about analyzing terabyte size datasets to support competition and consumer protection policy and law enforcement;
- Experience conducting statistical, econometric, or data analysis tasks such as regression analysis, model evaluation, machine learning, or Natural Language Processing.
Note, all recruitment is for positions starting Summer 2025 in Washington, DC for a term position of one year with renewal for up to four years.
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Self-Assessment
- The application includes self-assessment questions relating to the skills in the job posting.
- These responses will be reviewed by HR to determine if the candidate is qualified for the position. Candidates should be honest in their responses about their knowledge of a subject but not modest. When the candidates are rating themselves, they should consider their knowledge on a subject relative to the entire population (not just their classmates or peers).
Resume
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Cover letter
Please discuss your interest in economics and the FTC in your cover letter.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/815032900
The deadline for applications is 11/04.
Bates White Opportunity
Bates White is looking for Summer Consultant Position.
Ranked as the #1 consulting internship by Vault in 2024, our Summer Consultant Program is an intensive 10-week program offering rising seniors a robust professional, educational, and social experience. Summer Consultants analyze data and conduct research to develop rigorous, high-quality economic analyses and reports for our clients. From day one, you will be staffed to a real case and work alongside full-time Consultants.
Desired Attributes
- Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and research skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Creativity, independence, self-confidence, and tenacity
- Ability to work well independently and in a team in a deadline-driven environment
- Coursework in economics is helpful, but not a requirement
- Graduating between December 2025 and spring 2026
Why Bates White?
- Conduct real case work
- Develop valuable technical skills
- Gain mentorship and exposure to senior leadership
- Organize a community service event
- Enjoy social and networking events
- Experience our collegial, collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture
How to Apply
Apply today via our website! We review applications and extend interviews on a rolling basis, so it is to your advantage to apply early.
Bates White is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Technomics Opportunity
Technomics is looking for an associate this fall.
Technomics is a growing employee-owned, decision analytics company whose mission is to help our clients make better decisions faster. We enable a wide range of clients, from senior level policy makers to program managers to working level analysts, to choose smartly, buy effectively, and operate efficiently. We deliver practical, credible, and defensible results offering actionable insights by applying data-driven and analytics-based approaches in combination with multidisciplinary talent, subject matter experts, and tangible and repeatable assets in the form of databases, models, templates, and other tools.
Associates learn problem-solving principles, processes and methods, and complementary software applications to support client engagements. They make a direct impact on client deliverables and have direct interaction with clients. Their work will be guided closely by more experienced team members.
Our employee-owners pride themselves on their ability to apply deep analytical rigor and innovative thought to assist clients in understanding and solving a myriad of challenging resource planning and management problems.
Our employee ownership culture also provides employee-owners the opportunities and support system to contribute to clients, colleagues, self and companies in a way which is rare in other companies, large or small.
Technomics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.
Responsibilities
- Develop a thorough understanding of: your clients and their needs; overall project objectives and their relationship to client needs; how your work fits in achieving project objectives; how other project team members’ work relates to your work and project objectives (i.e., acquire situational awareness)
- Collect, organize, evaluate, and understand the context of quantitative and non-quantitative data required to solve a particular client problem
- Develop the methodology or approach to address a particular client problem. This could require use of: quantitative techniques such as regression, optimization, and simulation; visualization techniques such as Technomics’ Galaxy Charts; and other techniques.
- Implement the methodology or approach to address a particular client problem. This could require development of an Excel-based model for use in applying the methodology to produce analytical results.
- Prepare written documentation (e.g., technical reports, memoranda and presentations) describing the data and analytical techniques used, results produced, and associated insights and recommendations
- Verbally explain/defend in-process and completed work to colleagues and clients in informal and formal settings
- Develop proficiency in various software applications to support solving client problems in an efficient, repeatable, intuitive, and transparent manner
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, engineering, mathematics, operations research, statistics or business) or a discipline that fosters problem solving, structured thought and creativity. Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
- Self-starter who is creative, inquisitive, and quantitative and enjoys solving challenging problems in a collaborative environment
- Ability to effectively communicate technical work in writing and verbally
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel skills
- Strong interest in solving government resource allocation problems
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work products at the same time
- Ability to obtain and/or maintain a minimum of Secret security clearance
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Interest in contributing to the success of an employee-owned company that offers you a stake in the business
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston Research Assistant Opportunity
The Boston Fed is looking for Research Assistants.
The Research Assistant (RA) program at the Boston Fed is a two-year program designed for recent college graduates with a background in economics, math, statistics, or related fields. RAs work with economists on a variety of research projects and provide support for ongoing analysis of the New England, U.S., and global economies and monetary policy, as well as bank regulation, the payments system, and financial markets.
The Boston Fed is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to supporting and fostering diversity within the broader economics research community. If you are interested in gaining meaningful work experience, expanding your career options, and serving the public, we encourage you to apply for our Research Assistant Program. Working as a research assistant for the Boston Fed can be an excellent step along your career path.
FTC Bureau of Economics Opportunity
The Bureau of Economics of the Federal Trade Commission is hiring interns for Summer 2024.
The Bureau of Economics is looking for advanced undergraduate economics students who are interested in exploring graduate school (such as those considering a pre-doc for the fall of 2025) or economic policy jobs after graduation. We are especially interested in students with substantive experience analyzing data in Stata, R, or Python, and excellent written and oral communication skills. We will only be accepting 150 applications, so we encourage any interested student to apply promptly https://www.usajobs.gov/job/784133800 and not wait for the deadline.
The intern would work with some of our 80 PhD economists to support economic analysis in support of antitrust and consumer protection investigations and/or applied microeconomics research projects. The intern would work in a leading policy and research group – FTC economists present at leading academic conferences and publish in top journals.
FTC Bureau of Economics Opportunity
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is accepting applications for Statisticians in the Bureau of Economics.
The FTC is an independent agency with a unique dual mission to police unfair methods of competition and target unfair or deceptive practices across the economy. The FTC is dedicated to advancing the interests of consumers, workers, and honest businesses while encouraging innovation and promoting a fair economy and widespread prosperity. The FTC’s work is performed by the Bureaus of Consumer Protection, Competition, and Economics. To learn more information about the FTC please visit https://www.ftc.gov/about-ftc.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
- coursework in statistics, economics, and mathematics
- some interest and proficiency in programming languages for statistics or data science such as Stata, R, or Python
- a genuine interest in the economics of competition and consumer protection
Note, all recruitment is for positions starting Summer 2024 in Washington, DC for a term position of one year with renewal for up to four years.
Pardee RAND Graduate School Opportunity
The Pardee RAND Graduate School offers both a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) and Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Policy Analysis. Both degrees combine a rigorous curriculum with real-world training at a global policy research organization.
All Pardee RAND students work side-by-side with RAND experts as members of interdisciplinary research teams, creating a real impact on policy while earning their degree. Our students graduate with a deep analytic toolkit, knowing they are ready to tackle the hardest policy challenges—because they already have!
Consultant and Summer Intern Positions at Bates White
Consultant
Consultants analyze data and conduct research to develop rigorous, high-quality economic analyses and reports for our clients. They perform meaningful work from day one, contributing to all aspects of a project, from inception to completion. Learn more about the Consultant experience here.
We recruit students from diverse academic backgrounds with the following attributes:
- Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and research skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Creativity, independence, self-confidence, and tenacity
- Ability to work well independently and in a team in a deadline-driven environment
- Coursework in economics is helpful, but not a requirement
- Graduating between December 2023 and spring 2024
Summer Consultant
Consistently ranked a top consulting internship by Vault, our Summer Consultant Program is an intensive 10-week program offering rising seniors a robust professional, educational, and social experience. Summer Consultants analyze data and conduct research to develop rigorous, high-quality economic analyses and reports for our clients. From day one, you will be staffed to a real case and work alongside full-time Consultants. Learn more about the Summer Consultant experience here.
We recruit students from diverse academic backgrounds with the following attributes:
- Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and research skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Creativity, independence, self-confidence, and tenacity
- Ability to work well independently and in a team in a deadline-driven environment
- Coursework in economics is helpful, but not a requirement
- Graduating between December 2024 and spring 2025
Multiple Research Assistants Opportunities at Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and Federal Reserve Banks
The Board of Governors and the 12 Federal Reserve Banks throughout the country are currently recruiting upcoming graduates to fill multiple Research Assistant positions that will become available in spring and summer 2024.The positions are full-time, salaried, and offer full benefits, including tuition assistance. Thank you for distributing this information to graduating students in your department to alert them of these openings.
The Federal Reserve System is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce. We recognize the benefit derived from different perspectives and experiences and we look carefully at candidates’ applications to identify individuals whose perspectives could benefit our work. As such, we especially encourage submissions from individuals of groups traditionally less represented in economics.
Research Assistants work closely with economists at the top of their fields on a variety of research questions and real-world policy issues while developing a toolkit beneficial for graduate study and future career paths. Research Assistants typically work for two to three years, before going on to competitive graduate programs or pursuing other careers.
We seek individuals with strong academic records and excellent written and oral communication skills. Competitive candidates should have intermediate coursework in economics and a strong foundation in mathematics and statistics. We also look for prior research experience, demonstrated interest in economics, programming experience, and familiarity with statistical programming packages, such as STATA, MATLAB, and R. Most positions require US citizenship, but some Reserve Banks consider non-U.S. citizen candidates.
Interested students will find general information about our Research Assistant program at www.fedeconjobs.org. This site also directs candidates to specific information and application instructions for each of the Federal Reserve Banks and the Board. Candidates must submit separate applications to each location of interest.
Research Assistant Opportunity at the Booking Institution
The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is conducting our fall Research Assistant recruitment, for positions starting in summer 2022. Each year we employ approximately fifteen research assistants for two year appointments, preferably beginning between June 1 and August 1, 2023. This cycle, we are seeking to hire approximately eight new assistants. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates!
Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree by summer 2023 in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Public Policy, or other Social Sciences with a minor in Economics and will need to submit a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and a transcript. The application deadline is October 14, 2022.
DaVita Business Analyst
DaVita Health Care is accepting applications for a Business Analyst.
Team Torchlight, within our Revenue Operations (ROPS) group, is a key driver of DaVita’s growth.
Team Torchlight identifies, develops, and implements strategies to support DaVita’s growth and financial health in a quickly evolving healthcare landscape. Additionally, the team focuses on optimizing current processes through report automation and database management.
As an Analyst on Team Torchlight, you will join a team of highly motivated individuals and will be a key player in enhancing operating analytics, improving existing reporting, and independently leading analyses in order to help identify new strategic growth opportunities.
Pre-Doc Fellowships Fall Recruiting Round at Opportunity Insights
Opportunity Insights is looking to hire several students for the pre-doctoral fellowship program for full-time positions beginning in summer 2022. We are looking for students to work with us for 2 years after they graduate from college (or a Masters program). In addition to working as research assistants, the pre-doctoral fellows often co-author papers with other students or faculty in a team-oriented lab environment. The program thus serves as a good bridge between college and graduate school for students interested in applied microeconomics.
Pre-doc Research Professionals at University of Chicago Booth School
Fall pre-doc positions now available at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Pre-docs (sometimes called Research Professionals or full-time RAs) are two-year appointments working directly for faculty on their research in the quantitative social sciences (QSS). Students who are interested in graduate study in QSS fields but do not yet feel ready for a PhD program, or who are uncertain whether they want to pursue a PhD, find these positions to be especially useful. Students with rigorous quantitative backgrounds outside of the social sciences (e.g., physics, engineering) have used the pre-doctoral path to transition into QSS programs. Through their work for faculty, pre-docs expand their research toolkit, learn more about the research process, and pick up important credentialing through faculty letters of reference. These are competitively paid positions with full benefits.
Students can sign up to hear about new job opportunities when they are ready to apply (e.g., a freshman could sign up to hear about new postings in three years). The PREDOC Consortium also provides a wealth of programming and information sessions, as well as guides to the pre-doc application process. PREDOC’s offerings are growing rapidly, so students should check back frequently.
Staff at Booth and PREDOC are more than happy to answer any questions you have about pre-doctoral opportunities. Please reach out to ResearchProfessional@lists.chicagobooth.edu or info@predoc.org with any questions or to arrange a meeting. Please don’t hesitate to reach out as one of our goals at Booth is to reduce as much as possible the informational frictions surrounding these positions, to help you advise your students effectively.
Pre-doc Research Analyst at Wharton University of Pennsylvania
Full-time RA positions available for graduating seniors and/or masters students who are looking for 2-3 years of research experience before heading off to grad school. Our best RAs have gone on to econ Ph.D. programs like Harvard, Stanford, and Yale. The RAs work with researchers on topics related to applied micro, real estate, household finance, public finance, development, and urban economics.
Treasury International Affairs is accepting applications for its next class of Junior Fellows
Treasury’s Office of International Affairs is now accepting applications for its 2022-2024 class of Junior Fellows. The Junior Fellowship program is a highly selective, fixed two-year program for new college graduates to work shaping international economic policy for the United States.
To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and transcript(s) attesting to academic qualifications and career goals to IAFellows@treasury.gov by October 30, 2021.
Candidates passing a first round of screening will be asked to respond to two short essay questions. Applications will be evaluated in December 2021 for Fellows to start in summer 2022 (or at a mutually agreed alternative time).
Please see here for more details regarding the position and application process.
RA Position at Brookings Institution, Summer 2022
The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is conducting our fall Research Assistant recruitment, for positions starting in summer 2022. Each year we employ approximately fifteen research assistants for two year appointments, preferably beginning between June 1 and August 1, 2022. This cycle, we are seeking to hire approximately eight new assistants. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates!
Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree by summer 2022 in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Public Policy, or other Social Sciences with a minor in Economics and will need to submit a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and a transcript. The application deadline is October 15, 2021.
Opportunity to Publish Your Research – Tulane Journal of Policy and Political Economy
The Tulane Journal of Policy and Political Economy is accepting article submissions for our next edition!
The Tulane Journal is an internationally-recognized undergraduate publication focusing on student research in politics, economics, and public health. Submitted articles are reviewed by an 50-person faculty-review panel, and those that are accepted are published in print and online, as well as indexed in a variety of online sources such as Google Scholar. We are officially partnered with the Tulane Departments of Political Science and Economics, the Tulane School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine, and the Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE) Societies of the University of Oxford and the London School of Economics.