December Grads: The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is Looking For Research Assistants

BASIC FUNCTION

 

Undertakes research, programming simulation, and statistical assistance to designated scholar(s).

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

 

BA/BS in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics with a minor in Economics required. Masters in similar fields and one-year job experience in economics and/or computer modeling preferred by not required. Competence to undertake research assignments with little supervision.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

 

Strong computer skills and experience required. Experience handling large data sets and models preferred. Independent research experience preferred. Experience with software such as SAS, STATA, and other econometric packages required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

60% Programming Simulation and Statistical Assistance

• Works jointly with senior scholars, prepares and revises programming code, simulation macros, database files and regression estimates.
• Prepares tables and graphs output from model simulations.
• Updates and checks existing databanks; assembles, consolidates, and checks data from new sources.

35% Research Assistance

• In collaboration with senior research staff, drafts material summarizing research results on specific topics as assigned, for incorporation into working papers and project publications
• Provides analytical reviews and summaries of existing literature pertinent to the projects.
• Locates and collects relevant documents and data from sources such as electronic databases, libraries, and government publications.
• Compiles, reads, abstracts, and organizes written material into bibliographic form and summaries.
• Maintains electronic bibliography files.
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Summer Research Analyst positions at the New York Fed

The Federal Reserve Bank if New York is currently seeking talented juniors for their Summer Research Analyst position.

The Undergraduate Summer Analyst program provides outstanding undergraduate students with the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in public service at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Through advanced project work assignments and professional development activities, summer analysts gain an extensive understanding of the Fed's work. Analysts also have the opportunity to enhance their business skills through critical financial analysis, formal presentations, research and writing.

Analysts are assigned to a particular area or function for the summer, but they will also have opportunities for collaboration with other analysts and with employees from around the Bank. In addition to their daily responsibilities, analysts attend weekly presentations hosted by senior management. These presentations provide an extensive overview of the Bank's responsibilities and operations, and offer a unique opportunity to learn about full-time career opportunities upon graduation. The summer program is the largest recruitment source for the New York Fed's full time campus hiring.

We seek candidates who have records of superior scholarship and academic curiosity. Summer Research Analysts usually come from strong economics, mathematics, or computer science backgrounds, though a major in one of these fields is not a necessity. Successful candidates often have previous research experience, and many are considering careers in economic research or other related fields. Ideal candidates will also have expertise with statistical programming software, such as Stata, SAS or MATLAB. 

Applications are being accepted now, on a rolling basis, at www.newyorkfed.org/careers (with requisition number 233969).

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston - Research Assistant

Research assistants at the Boston Fed typically work for one or two economists, independently performing data collection, statistical and econometric analysis, literature reviews, and writing assignments. Typical work involves conducting economic research for policy memos and for articles to appear in academic journals, Boston Fed publications, and business periodicals. Research assistants support economists whose research interests are wide-ranging and include macroeconomics, international and labor economics, housing, health decisions, behavioral economics and finance. The Research Department also houses two research centers: The Consumer Payments Research Center, which conducts quantitative and qualitative research to evaluate consumer payment behaviors and their impacts on the payment system, and the New England Public Policy Center, which promotes better public policy in New England by conducting and disseminating objective, high-quality research and analysis of regional economic and policy issues. We offer an exciting opportunity to engage in innovative research in an academic, supportive atmosphere.

We are seeking self-motivated individuals with demonstrated analytical and quantitative skills. Specifically, we are looking for applicants who:

• possess an excellent academic record with extensive coursework in economics. Mathematics, statistics and computer science will also be considered
• have proficiency with at least once statistical package such as MATLAB, Stata or "R"
• demonstrate the ability to work independently within strict time constraints
• have strong written and oral communication skills

The research assistant position requires a two-year commitment, although some research assistants choose to stay an additional year. After their time at the Boston Fed, many research assistants go on to attend prestigious graduate programs in economics, public policy, and other disciplines. We expect to have five to eight openings for positions that begin in midsummer 2014. Applications will be accepted from January 1through 31,2014. Prospective applicants may visit our website, www.bostonfed.org/economic/Recruit, to find out more information and submit an application. Additional questions can be sent to RARecruit@bos.frb.org. 

U.S. Department of Treasury's Economic Policy Internship Program

The Office of Economic Policy, U.S. Treasury Department is currently looking for college students interested in Economics, Finance, or Public Policy for our SUMMER 2014 internship program. Our program runs year round with three sessions: January through May, May through August, and September through December. Our program is about substance. Interns are generally assigned both a long-term research project as well as a multitude of smaller projects. They are also expected to attend Congressional Hearings, think tank lectures, and presentations and summarize these events for the Assistant Secretary and other senior level economists. Candidates should have strong writing skills and be well organized, highly motivated, and able to work independently. Interns are expected to work between 32 and 40 hours a week. There is some flexibility in the work hours if you are taking classes while in D.C. Though our intern positions are unpaid, we do provide a subway subsidy to help defray commuting expenses.

 If you are interested in applying, submit your resume (with your GPA included), a copy of your transcript (unofficial will suffice), two writing samples and three references to Christine.Devlin@treasury.gov.

 Applications are due March 7, 2014. U.S. citizenship required. For further information, please contact Christine Devlin, Office of Economic Policy, U.S. Treasury Department, 202-622-2200.

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship for Pell Grant Recipients!

Are you thinking about studying abroad in SUMMER 2014, FALL 2014, or for the
2014-15 ACADEMIC YEAR?

Are you a US CITIZEN receiving a PELL GRANT (a federal need-based educational
grant)?

Check out the GILMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP, which
provides up to $5000 for study abroad for students with financial need who
receive Pell Grants. In the past two years 70 Maryland students have won
Gilman Scholarships!

To learn more and to receive assistance preparing a Gilman Scholarship
application, please follow this link: http://www.scholarships.umd.edu/gilman
- or write to the National Scholarships Office at gilman@umd.edu as soon as
possible.

Eligibility Requirements: US Citizens - Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors,
Seniors - All Majors - Must be studying abroad for at least 4 weeks (UMD
winter term courses are not eligible) - Must have FAFSA demonstrated
financial need and be receiving a Pell Grant.

Application Deadline: March 4, 2014 - this is the deadline to apply for
scholarships for study abroad programs beginning between July 15 and October
15, 2014.

Students are also eligible to receive an additional $3,000 Critical Need
Language Supplement from the Gilman Program if their study abroad plans
involve studying any of the following critical languages: Arabic (all
dialects), Chinese (all dialects), Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Persian,
Languages of India and Pakistan, Indonesian, Russian and Swahili.

Questions? Contact Email: duvinage@UMD.EDU

Udall Scholarship in Environmental Issues!

Are you a Sophomore or Junior strongly committed to making a difference in environmental issues through your studies, community service, and career plans?

WHO CAN APPLY: US Citizens, nationals and permanent residents - Sophomores, Juniors - GPA of 3.4 or higher recommended - All Majors

IMPORTANT: All candidates for Udall Scholarships must nominated by their college or university. Dr. Wendy Whittemore is Maryland’s campus advisor for the Udall Scholarship. Please contact us at udall@umd.edu for information about the University of Maryland nomination process.

The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation regularly awards 80 scholarships and 50 honorable mentions on the basis of merit to sophomore and junior level college students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to the environment. Udall Scholars take part in a four-day Orientation in Tucson, Arizona where they meet with other Scholars, elected officials and environmental leaders. Scholars also gain access to a network of environmental policy professionals through the Udall Alumni listserv.

Because contributions to the environment can be made in many different ways, Udall Scholars represent a broad range of academic majors and career interests. Recent Udall Scholars have majored in environmental sciences and policy studies, agriculture, political science, natural resource management, sociology, anthropology, American Indian studies, tribal public policy, history, English, theater, landscape architecture, and public health, to name just a few areas.

Award Amount: The Udall Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for tuition, room and board, or other educational expenses. Udall Scholarships may be used for tuition, fees, books, room and board, or other specifically approved expenses.

Duration: The Udall Scholarship provides one year of support. Sophomores who receive a Udall Scholarship are eligible to reapply for a second year of support.

UMCP Campus Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2014 - All Maryland applicants for nomination to the Udall Scholarship competition must turn in their applications online with supporting materials to the National Scholarships Office, 2403 Marie Mount Hall, by this date.

Morgan Stanley - Baltimore Operations Analyst Opportunities

Placement and duration. The Operations Analyst program gives undergraduate students an introduction to the Financial Services industry and an opportunity to develop the professional competencies necessary to be successful within Operations. Analysts join in January and June of each year, depending on their graduation date.
Placements are based upon business needs and feedback throughout the interview process. In this three-level development program, Analysts work closely with their managers on goal-setting and career planning to ensure they meet the requirements of their overall learning framework. Analysts will have support and supervision from experienced Operations professionals throughout their assignments.

Training program. Analysts will participate in an induction day that provides an overview of the Firm, followed by a two-week educational period with their respective teams. Analysts will then receive three weeks of classroom training, including an overview of the securities industry, senior speaker seminars, functional knowledge training, and accounting and systems training. Training covers but is not limited to: commercial, business, risk and regulatory awareness, client and relationship management, and professional skills. In addition, Analysts take part in social and networking events to build their professional network and are assigned peer advisors and senior sponsors to aid their smooth transition into the organization.

Responsibilities

• Trade capture, enrichment and confirmation, position reconciliation: To learn key processes in the life cycle of a trade from deal capture to the final settlement, and then identify and resolve trading breaks from discrepancies dealing with security information, trading date and settlement date, executed quantity, taxes, commission, prices and settlement locations.

• Data mining, business analysis, modeling/reporting and documentation: Be responsible for the preparation and compilation of daily/weekly/monthly metric dashboards, to ensure that thorough business analysis is performed and that accurate business requirements are documented in accordance with banking regulation and internal policy.

• System testing: Use systems effectively and efficiently to mitigate risk and develop strong relationships with IT colleagues to design, develop and test/implement technology platforms to deliver solutions to business requirements.

• Teamwork: collaborate with team members of all levels to complete daily tasks; share market and systems knowledge; develop best practice methodologies and approaches for business analysis; issue follow up and escalation.

• Developing relationships with clients (i.e., Counterparties, Traders, Origination, Legal, Credit, IT and Controllers): understanding the priorities of stakeholders to ensure that business needs are met, protecting client confidentiality will be essential, as well as addressing ad-hoc requests in a timely fashion.

Qualifications / skills /requirements

• You are a rising undergraduate senior pursuing your Bachelor’s Degree; all majors/disciplines are encouraged to apply.
• You have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.
• You possess excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• You are detail-oriented and a problem solver with superb analytical skills.

Application process & deadlines. All interested students must apply online at www.morganstanley.com/careers. If Morgan Stanley recruits on your campus, you may also be required to apply through your school’s on‑campus system. If you have questions, please email MSCampusRecruiting@morganstanley.com.

The Chicago Fed Looking for Summer Interns

The Chicago Fed’s Economic Research Department will be hiring several interns for the summer of 2014.

Click on the link below for the full job description. The specific job number is 234184.

https://frb.taleo.net/careersection/07g_internshipjobs/jobdetail.ftl

Interested students can apply online. We’ll fill the positions on a rolling basis, starting in January.

Research Assistant - Natural Resource Management

The Center for Global Development, an independent, non-partisan research organization in Washington, DC, seeks a Research Assistant to support the work of a fellow on extractive industries governance and natural resource management. The successful candidate will have experience with research in economics, public policy, political science or a related field. The RA must demonstrate strong writing, analytical and communications skills.

The successful candidate will perform a range of project research, policy analysis and other duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• Conduct literature and data searches for ongoing research projects. Potential areas of focus include natural resource management and governance.
• Develop drafts of background materials and policy briefs, and assist with editing papers and other written products.
• Conduct statistical analyses using Excel, Stata, or other software tools, and prepare tables and graphs to convey those results.
• Organize and attend meetings/conferences related to research priorities.
• Perform other research tasks or administrative as necessary in support of Senior Research staff.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:

• Undergraduate degree in a related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience in international development is preferred but not required.
• Essential software skills: Stata for the descriptive and econometric analysis of cross-section and panel data. MS Excel to construct spreadsheet models and generate publication quality graphics.
• Outstanding communications and writing skills in English.
• Confidence and can-do attitude; ability to advance projects with hands-off supervision.
• Comfort working independently, with small groups and interacting with senior staff.
• Good humor and collegiality are essential.

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