Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Recent Graduate Economist Position at the Bureau of Economic Analysis


Open & closing dates: 04/21/2023 to 05/08/2023

Salary: $64,957 - $92,995 per year

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Duties

  • Prepare estimates, analyze data trends and economics.
  • Collaborate with others on joint or team projects under strict deadlines.
  • Communicate verbally (in person or virtually) to explain economic data, methods, or topics.

Qualifications

The Recent Graduate Program is a one-year program that targets individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs. Successful applicants will be placed in a dynamic, one-year career development program. Throughout the program, you will participate in formal training, job assignments and receive a mentor to develop competencies applicable to the Bureau of Economic Analysis's mission and needs. 

To be eligible for conversion to a permanent or term position, Recent Graduates must:

  • Successfully completed at least 1-year of continuous service in addition to all requirements of the Program.
  • Demonstrate successful job performance.
  • Meet the Office of Personnel Management's qualifications for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic Entry Requirements for All Grade Levels:

You must be a Recent College Graduate from qualifying institutions within two years of degree or certification (Veterans precluded by their military service obligation, will have up to six years to apply).

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: A. Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.

OR

B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.