Expanding Diversity in Economics Summer Institute: Application Now Open!

 

Due Date: January 29, 2025

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Founded in 2021 by the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics Research (BFI) to diversify the pool of students pursuing degrees and careers in economics, the program will now be known as Expanding Diversity in Economics+ (EDE+) as it seeks to broaden its impact. The 2025 Summer Institute will offer a comprehensive exposure, experience, and education into economic analysis and research careers through a combination of both in-person and remote programming from June 2-July 30, 2025.

Programming features a weeklong virtual skill-building bootcamp, followed by two weeks of in-residence programming: One in Washington, DC, and the other in Chicago. These engaging experiences will lead into a six-week synchronous, online summer course designed to guide participants through the research process, concluding with a research project and presentation. Participants will also be invited to attend and present their findings at a research and networking conference in Washington, DC hosted by PREDOC.org. Opportunities to gain publishing credit are also available as part of the summer experience.

EDE+ will continue to concentrate on economics and its rigorous analytical tools and frameworks for addressing complex social challenges. But it will now also seek to foster a path toward a research career through a unique interdisciplinary approach from its new home at Chicago Booth, exposing students to leading researchers in economics and related fields such as finance, accounting, behavioral science, and marketing to inspire students to ask questions that can change the world.

Students who successfully complete EDE+ will receive a stipend of $2,000, with all travel, housing, and group activities covered for on-campus programming in Washington, DC and Chicago, with associated costs for the undergraduate research conference.

November ECON Employer Panel Next Week!

Date & Time: November 15, 2024, 12:00 - 1:30 PM    

Location: ESJ 2212

Register

Meet with employers excited to work with ECON majors and alumni with valuable advice to share. This event will introduce you to different industries, educate you about typical entry level jobs for ECON majors, and give you an opportunity to ask questions. 

Confirmed employers include: 

• Cato Institute
• Maryland State Retirement Board
• M&T Bank
• US Commodity Futures Trading Commission

The event kicks off with brief introductions, followed by an interactive session where employers and alumni will break into small groups. This is your opportunity to ask questions, gain valuable insights, and network with professionals in the industry. 

Whether you're exploring internship opportunities, seeking career advice, or simply curious about the diverse paths in economics, this event is tailored for you! 

Dress is business casual. Learn more at https://go.umd.edu/careerdresscode

Research Assistant Position at the IMF

 

Application Deadline: November 20, 2024

The Macro-Financial Division of the Research Department of the International Monetary Fund conducts research on macroeconomic and financial issues critical to the Fund including macro- financial linkages, financial flows, financial systems, monetary policy, macroprudential policies, financial inclusion, climate finance, fintech and digital money. The division is looking for a full-time research assistant who could start after graduation. The contract will be for one year with the possibility of extending it for a second year.

The selected candidate should have an undergraduate in economics with a strong GPA. S/he should have some prior academic research experience and demonstrate excellent data management skills (significant programming experience in standard econometric software such as Stata, R, Python, etc., familiarity with computer systems, and the ability to handle large databases) and a good understanding of basic macroeconomics and finance. The RA should already have or be able to quickly develop the ability to work with the various sources of financial information and data used in the IMF, such as Worldscope, Datastream, Orbis, Fitch Connect, and Bloomberg.

Past candidates selected for this position have gone on to pursue graduate programs in prestigious universities in the U.S. including MIT, Stanford, Chicago, Brown, NYU, Georgetown, and Tufts. The IMF offers G4 visa status to all non-U.S. citizens as well as very generous remuneration and benefits.

If interested in the position, please send your CV and transcript to resmfexternal@imf.org by November 20. Also, it is mandatory that two references send us a letter of recommendation to the same email and by the same date. Recommenders should be able to assess candidates’ ability to assist with empirical analysis in economics, finance, or related quantitative sciences. All applicants will be expected to complete a STATA task within a few days after their application.

CBA Policy Analyst Intern

The Consumer Bankers Association (CBA) seeks an intern to support our Policy Analyst. This position will provide the unique opportunity to help further CBA’s policy agenda through quantitative and qualitative research, while also providing unique exposure to corporate interests through face time with our member banks.

Responsibilities

• Track and understand current legislation and regulation as it pertains to CBA priorities.
• Attend pertinent policy events to become engrained in various policy topics.
• Summarize & present on relevant regulatory reports including those from the CFPB, Federal Reserve, OCC, and others.
• Monitor public, private, and academic research on banking and financial regulatory topics.
• Assist in Creating and Maintaining datasets including data from FFIEC Call Reports.
• Assist the Policy Analyst with immediate requests for data analysis and visualizations for use in publications, trade letters, and other communications.
• Provide data-driven feedback and input on work products and strategy to CBA staff during policy team meetings.
• Opportunity to complete an independent work project utilizing quantitative and qualitative skills gained during the internship timeframe for presentation to Senior Leadership

Qualifications

• Understanding of and interest in CBA’s policy priorities
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory agencies overseeing CBA members
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Data science and statistics skills including familiarity with R and/or STATA a plus
• Eager to take initiative and anticipate challenges.
• Desire to learn more about the legislative and rulemaking processes.
• Strong interest in economic research including causal inference.
• The ideal candidate is a currently enrolled student in either a bachelors’ or graduate program.

 

Statistician Positions at The Federal Trade Commission

 

Application Deadline: November 4, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is accepting applications for Statisticians in the Bureau of Economics. This is a great opportunity for seniors and Masters students with coursework in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or Computer Science. Below, we provide some application information for any of your students that might be interested in the position.Duties

In this role, you will gain real-world experience by working alongside PhD 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

To learn more information about the experience of a Statistician at the FTC please visit: https://www.ftc.gov/about-ftc/bureaus-offices/bureau-economics/careers-ftc-bureau-economics/statistician-recruiting



Available Positions

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; and
- 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.


Position length

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.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted through USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/815032900

U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of International Affairs Junior Fellowship

 

Application Due Date: October 31, 2024

About the Program:

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 in Treasury’s Office of International Affairs. Throughout the Fellowship, junior fellows perform a variety of tasks that include developing policy proposals and conducting research and analysis on pressing international economic and financial developments. Fellows also support bilateral and multilateral meetings for senior Treasury officials engaging counterparts at the IMF, World Bank, G7, and G20 – to name a few. Junior fellows often participate in such meetings and may have opportunities to travel abroad. The program exposes fellows to multiple policy issues and provides opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills including in writing, research, oral briefing, and economic policy and statecraft.

Junior fellows will be placed in either a regional or functional office. Regional offices oversee Treasury’s engagement with counterpart finance ministries and treasuries across the world. Functional offices oversee Treasury’s engagement with international financial institutions and structure broader Treasury policy on issues ranging from climate change, to export credits, to foreign exchange.

Junior fellows are usually hired at the GS-9 level and receive standard Treasury benefits.

Following the program, fellows have pursued a range of opportunities, including employment at Treasury and elsewhere in the U.S. government, work in the private sector, and graduate study (e.g., law, public policy, international relations, and financeand business).


Qualifications:

Strong candidates will have recently received – or will soon receive – a bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework in economics, public policy, finance, international relations, regional studies, or related fields. IA is committed to attracting and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We recognize that different perspectives and experiences among our employees are workforce strengths and contribute to better policymaking. Please note that due to the structure of the program, preference is given to undergraduates.


How to Apply:

We ask that you email applications including a cover letter, resume, one recommendation letter, and transcript(s) attesting to academic qualifications and career potential to IAFellows@treasury.gov by October 31, 2024. In the email, candidates must also (A) indicate a desired start date; (B) confirm they hold U.S. citizenship (must be able to provide documentation); (C) note veterans’ preference, if applicable; and (D) include a resume that demonstrates 52 weeks (2,080 hours) of paid or unpaid work, volunteer, or extracurricular experiences – all of which must be relevant in some way to the duties described above.

Please submit your resume following the guidelines for a federal resume that can be found here:https://www.usajobs.gov/help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/. Note that there is no need to limit the resume to one page. Please expand on duties performed for each professional or extracurricular job or activity listed (volunteer work, work study, etc.) to demonstrate requisite experience. Please also include the period when the job or activity took place with the average number of hours per week, (e.g., June 2023 to August 2023, avg. 30 hours per week).

Candidates passing a first round of screening will be asked to respond to two essay questions. Applications will be evaluated in December 2024 for Fellows to start in summer 2025
(or at a mutually agreed alternative time).

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance.


Info Sessions:

The junior fellows recruiting committee will be hosting three info sessions leading up to the final due date for applications. These info sessions will be led by current fellows from various IA offices. Participants will have the chance to ask the junior fellows questions and hear about their experiences working in Treasury IA. The info sessions will be held on the dates shown below. To register for an info session, click on any of the embedded links and provide your name and email. These links can also be found on the International Affairs Junior Fellowship webpage shown below.

All Information Sessions will run from 8:00pm to 9:00pm (Eastern Time US and Canada) 

Tuesday, Sept. 24: https://ustreasury.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_1sStujakSrS1vG_dIMNZlw Wednesday, Oct. 9: https://ustreasury.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_kks3wYX-Tmm6fCTYRnfYZw 

Thursday, Oct. 17: https://ustreasury.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_nMvfiaskQfmflqP1l5fkVA

For more information on the Office of International Affairs at Treasury, please see:

https://www.treasury.gov/about/organizational‐structure/offices/Pages/Office‐Of‐International‐Affairs.aspx

For the International Affairs Junior Fellowship webpage, please see:

https://home.treasury.gov/about/careers‐at‐treasury/studentinternship‐programs/international‐affairs‐junior‐fellowship

BSOS Etiquette & Networking Dinner

 

BSOS Etiquette Dinner 

Tuesday, November 12, 2024  |   5 – 7:30 pm

Registration required

Join the Feller Center and our team of experts for a three-course etiquette dinner. It’s a perfect opportunity to polish your skills and gain key tips regarding not only dinner place settings and utensil use, but also the art of dinner conversation!

*Open to BA and BS current UMD BSOS majors.

Business casual attire is suggested. All attendees will also receive a Feller Center pad folio.

Questions? Contact the Feller Center, BSOS at bsoscareers@umd.edu. Registration is required to participate, and will close when we reach capacity or November 6.

CFPB Director’s Financial Analyst Program

 

Due Date: October 28
Learn more and apply

The DFA Program is a highly selective, two-year full-time rotational fellowship designed to engage new entry professionals in meaningful public service work. We seek a select number of recent college graduates to join the CFPB in this entry-level job that challenges them to use their analytical skills to help make financial markets work better for all. DFAs utilize their analytical capabilities to support Bureau initiatives including, but not limited to, research, benchmarking, comparative analysis, data analysis, problem solving, collaboration, and project management. DFAs complete two, year-long rotations in various divisions of the CFPB, gaining an understanding of the Bureau’s mission and work as well as exposure to multiple policy areas.

During the program, DFAs will help to empower American consumers, develop professional skills, and grow their public service network through exposure to many aspects of a mission-driven agency. DFAs will join a cohort of public service-minded peers they can stay connected to throughout their career journeys. The DFA Program also provides mentorship and both formal and informal training to enhance skills in analytical thinking, writing, communication, and project management.

Research Assistant (Tax Policy Center – Division of Tax and Income Supports) at the Urban Institute

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The Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center (TPC) produces independent, timely, and accessible analyses of current and longer-term tax issues. Our goal is to help the public, the media, and policymakers make informed decisions about critical fiscal issues and support better policy outcomes. TPC seeks Research Assistants to help analyze federal, state, and local tax and budget policies. RAs will work with prominent public finance economists on research concerning the revenue, distributional, and economic effects of the current tax system and proposed tax and other policy reforms. They will routinely see their work quoted by major media outlets such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and CNN. By highlighting who gets what from tax provisions, and pointing out administrative and design challenges, this work helps to promote a more fair and efficient tax system.

What You’ll Do:

- Work with the Center’s state-of-the-art microsimulation models
- Collect and analyze data
- Conduct background research and literature reviews
- Collaborate on written products such as blog posts, policy briefs, and research papers
- Produce graphics for publications and the TPC website
- Other duties assigned by the supervisor

Who You Are:

The successful candidate will:
- Possess a bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or other Social Sciences (Public Policy, Political Science, Sociology, etc.)
- Be familiar with basic econometric techniques and data analysis software packages (such as Stata, R, or SAS)
- Have excellent research and analytical skills, including prior experience formulating research questions and hypotheses, summarizing literature, and conducting data analysis
- Display strong organizational and communication skills
- Have excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Take the initiative to suggest improvements or innovations on assigned tasks
- Communicate respectfully with individuals of differing backgrounds and experience

 

Internship Positions at the Women's Foreign Policy Group Available for Spring 2025

Application deadline: November 1st, 2024 at 11:59 PM. 

Learn more and Apply

WFPG offers three different internship opportunities, focused on programming, communication, and operations. Applicants are welcome to apply for one or more internships. Applications for Spring 2025 are now open and are reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of November 1st, 2024 at 11:59 PM. The form will close once we have received 100 applications; accordingly, early applications are encouraged. All internships are fully in-person in Washington, DC.

Interns work as part of the WFPG team and are given the opportunity to expand their knowledge of international issues, learn how a small non-profit organization operates, and connect with accomplished women working in international affairs. Part-time interns who commit to 3.5 months (15 weeks) during the school year or three months (13 weeks) during the summer are eligible for a $900 stipend. Full-time interns who commit to 3.5 months (15 weeks) during the school year or three months (13 weeks) during the summer are eligible for a $1800 stipend. Part-time internships are 20 hours per week and full-time internships are 40 hours per week. Office hours are 9 am-5 pm, but some events are held in the evening hours. All interns must be eligible to work in the United States. WFPG is unable to sponsor visas.

Programs Internship: WFPG is looking for responsible and motivated interns to focus on planning and outreach for programs with international affairs officials and experts. In addition to assisting with our programs, Programs interns also research foreign policy topics before events, publish articles on events, and assist with membership outreach.

Communication Internship: WFPG is looking for specialized interns to focus on raising WFPG's visibility and maintaining its digital presence. The Communication interns work closely with the Program Associate and Executive Director on WFPG's website, social media, quarterly digital newsletter, and print materials, as well as collaborating with Programs interns on programming and event research. While some interns join us with previous web and social media skills, we also welcome applicants with an interest in developing these skills through their internship.

Operations Internship: WFPG is looking for specialized interns to focus on internal operations and organizational efficiency. The Operations interns work closely with the Program Associate, Executive Director, and Board of Directors on WFPG's brand expansion and strategic growth. They will also collaborate with Communication and Programs interns on relevant projects. While previous operations experience is helpful, we also welcome applicants with an interest in developing these skills through their internship.