The Research Fellows Program is an opportunity for undergraduate students to gain experience applying economic knowledge to the production of market research valued by businesses. The program constitutes a “practice internship” - students can stay on campus but still get the opportunity to engage in research activity that they might do as an intern or an entry level employee working at a consulting firm. Entry into the program is competitive; only 16 students will be selected to participate this semester. Students will work in small groups (3-4 per group) to gather macroeconomic and industry-specific data and other qualitative information, analyze that data and interpret the detailed information, and use findings to develop specific recommendations for simulated clients. Specific research topics may include accounts receivable management, revenue cycle management, and client relationship management. In addition to exploring a career option appropriate for economics majors, students who succeed in the program will get an enthusiastic letter of recommendation from a respected business executive and be well-positioned to draw on a network of business contacts.
To create and present this opportunity, the Department of Economics has partnered with Kaulkin Ginsberg, a leading local firm providing consulting services to other businesses, particularly on mergers and acquisitions in specific sectors of the economy. Mr. Mike Ginsberg, president and CEO, will supervise the students in conjunction with Dr. Cindy Clement, Director of Undergraduate Studies for the department. Students with questions about the program should contact Dr. Clement via email:
clement@econ.umd.edu
Minimum qualifications for participation in the Research Fellows Program include:
- cumulative GPA at the University of Maryland of at least 3.25
- successful completion of ECON325 and ECON326
- coursework or other experience using Excel or Access or similar software
- availability to meet on campus Monday evenings 5:30 to 7:30 in February, March, and the first half of April
Download Application Here:
Spring 2014 Fellows Application
