Cornerstone Research Summer Analyst and Full-time Analyst Positions

Hi UMD Econ!

My name is Andrew Li, and I’m a Research Associate at Cornerstone Research, an economic and financial consulting firm that provides expert testimony in high-profile litigation cases.  I began my work at Cornerstone Research as an analyst when I graduated from UMD in 2023.  My experience at Cornerstone has been rewarding in many aspects, as I have had the opportunity to work in collaborative teams and develop quantitative and qualitative skills.

 

Cornerstone would like to invite interested students at UMD to apply for our Analyst and Summer Analyst positions.  Detailed descriptions of the roles can be found on our website: https://www.cornerstone.com/Careers/analyst.

 

Please be aware of the application deadlines below. 

• Analyst: September 13, 2026 at 11:59 pm
• Summer Analyst: September 27, 2026 at 11:59 pm

 

Please also be aware that Cornerstone Research will be attending the following upcoming events at UMD:

• Employer of the Day – 9/9/2026, 12:30 PM–3:00 PM
• Cornerstone Research Information Session – 9/9/2026, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
• ECON Networking and Career Fair – 9/15/2026, 4:30 PM–7:00 PM

 

While visiting UMD’s campus, we will also be hosting coffee chats at Starbucks (7336 Baltimore Ave) on 9/9/2026 from 3:30 PM–4:30 PM. Please fill out this form if you are interested: Link.

 

As a quick introduction to our firm and culture, Cornerstone:

• Recruits students from all majors; we find that our most successful analysts have demonstrated interest in research and desire to learn complex economic and financial concepts
• Works across industries including antitrust, healthcare, finance, intellectual property, and securities and has a generalist model that provides analysts with opportunities across sectors
• Maintains a positive work-life balance, supporting our diverse staff, with a strong analyst culture

 

This, combined with the firm’s long-standing relationships with our clients, makes Cornerstone an ideal place to start a career.  Analysts from Cornerstone often go on to top M.B.A., J.D., or Ph.D. graduate programs or proceed directly into technology, business, finance, or nonprofit work.

Apply to be a Part of the Smith Investment Fund

 

The Smith Investment Fund (SIF) is now accepting applications for new members. SIF offers students hands-on experience in investment research, exposure to financial markets, and structured professional development. General Interest Meetings will be held on September 8th and 10th at 7 pm and the Women in Finance Meeting will be September 9th at 7 pm (rooms TBA). Applications are open from August 31st to September 13th. More information and the application link are available here: https://forms.gle/XxJJg1BGfic9RYS36.

Boston Fed Research Associate Opportunity

The Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is currently accepting applications for our research associate program for positions that start in June 2027.   

  
The research associate (RA) program at the Boston Fed is a two-year program designed for recent college graduates with a bachelor’s or master’s in economics, math, statistics, or a related field. It is a great opportunity to gain knowledgeable experience in longer term economic research projects as well as exposure to monetary policy. 
 
Additional details about the program including the application link can be found on the web: Research Associate Program

BSOS Suit Yourself Clothing Award

 

Need professional clothing for an upcoming career fair, graduate school interview, internship, or networking event?

The BSOS Suit Yourself Clothing Award provides a one-time $200 award to all current BSOS undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need for professional clothing. The application is brief and easy to complete.

Dress to impress for upcoming professional opportunities, including:

• Career & Internship Fairs at UMD
• Federal Employer Sessions
• Intern for a Day
• View examples of professional attire

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadline until available funds are exhausted.

*Please note: Students who have previously received a Suit Yourself award are not eligible for a second stipend.

Sponsored by the Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning in BSOS.

Questions? Contact the Feller Center at bsoscareers@umd.edu.

Brookings Research Assistant Opportunities for 2027

The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is recruiting for several full-time research assistant positions beginning in summer 2027. These two-year appointments are an excellent opportunity for recent graduates interested in economic and public policy research.
 
Students can read more about being a research assistant in Economic Studies here.
 
Apply here to the Economic Studies research assistant pool. The preferred start date is between June 1 and July 31, 2027.
 
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree by summer 2027 in economics, mathematics/statistics, public policy, or another social science with a minor in economics.
 
Applications are due October 16, 2026, and will be reviewed after the deadline. We expect to complete selections by mid-November.
 
We are also recruiting for two opportunities with The Hamilton Project:
 
Research Assistant, The Hamilton Project
 
Senior Research Assistant, The Hamilton Project — please note that this position requires at least one year of relevant research work experience and is more appropriate for alumni.
 
The Hamilton Project positions are best suited for candidates with an undergraduate degree in economics, data science, statistics, public policy, or another social science with a minor in economics. The preferred start date is between May 1 and July 1, 2027.
 
The Hamilton Project applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted within 4–6 weeks of submission, potentially earlier.
 
All positions are hybrid and based in Washington, DC. Application requirements differ by position, so applicants should read each posting carefully.

BSOS Peer Mentors Application Open!

The Peer Mentor Program is a component of the student services offered by the BSOS Feller Center. The primary role of Peer Mentors is to facilitate the BSOS Graduation Planning Workshops each semester and conduct various presentations in BSOS UNIV100 and BSOS361 sections.

Through the services they provide to fellow students, Peer Mentors gain leadership, presentation, and public speaking skills. In preparation for their required tasks, all Peer Mentors are expected to attend weekly class sessions for a semester and serve for at least two semesters. Throughout this time, they learn relevant BSOS and UMD policies and expectations so they can accurately and concisely communicate them with students who attend the workshops.

After their initial training semester, students will independently conduct their graduation planning workshops and volunteer for other opportunities to help students plan their time at UMD. Students will earn 1 academic credit after successful completion of each semester.

Requirements/Application

• Minimum two semesters as a BSOS Major
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Must be in good judicial/academic standing

APPLY HERE

Research Assistant and internship opportunities at the Federal Reserve Board

We wanted to make you aware of Research Assistant and internship opportunities at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, D.C.

Research Assistants

We are recruiting Research Assistants to start in summer 2027. These full-time, two-year, on-site positions offer salary and benefits, including tuition assistance. Research Assistants work with the Board’s Ph.D. economists on cutting-edge research and policy issues while developing skills for graduate study or other careers.

 

Applications are being accepted until October 15, 2026. This will be our only application window this hiring cycle.

 

We seek candidates with strong academic records that include intermediate or advanced economics coursework and solid foundations in mathematics and statistics, as well as excellent communication skills. Preferred additional qualifications include research experience, coding skills, and familiarity with R, Python, STATA, or MATLAB. Note that U.S. citizenship is required for this position. More details and application instructions are available on our RA careers website.

 

Additional RA Opportunities: The 12 Federal Reserve Banks around the country are also hiring Research Assistants with similar roles. Visit www.fedeconjobs.org for complete information for each Reserve Bank. Candidates must apply separately to each location and may apply to multiple Federal Reserve locations.

 

Internships

Starting in October, we will be recruiting interns for summer 2027. Our internships run for 10 to 12 weeks, starting in late May or early June. Internships are paid positions with salaries commensurate with years completed of a higher education program and are located at our offices in Washington, D.C. Applicants must be U.S. citizens currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university and returning to continue studies after the internship. More details and application instructions are available on our internship careers website.

Invitation to Participate in a Research Project at UMD College of Information

We are researchers from the College of Information at the University of Maryland, College Park. Our ongoing research investigates how today’s younger generations navigate challenging aspects of daily interpersonal communication, with or without AI support. We invite individuals who are (a) based in the United States, (b) native English speakers, (c) between 20 and 35 years old, and (d) pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree to participate.

Participants will be tasked to prepare communication scripts for 15 challenging interpersonal scenarios on 15 days: one scenario per day for the first 14 successive days, and a final scenario one week later. Daily computer access is required.

Participants who complete all study activities will receive a $111 Tango Gift Card. If you are interested in signing up for this study, please visit our project website (https://sites.google.com/umd.edu/project-communication-prep/home), where you will find the sign-up survey link and contact information for any questions.

Promoting Achievement and Diversity in Economics (PADE) Accepting Applications

Economics majors who are interested in pursuing careers or graduate studies in the field are welcome to apply to join Promoting Achievement and Diversity in Economics (PADE). Students who participate in PADE receive mentoring, tutoring and support for relevant coursework, and the chance to speak with professional economists about their careers and research.  PADE aims to increase the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of those entering the Economics profession.  You can learn more about the program here.  

PADE is a year-long program that offers study sessions and extra office hours for core classes like ECON321, 325, and 326, and MATH140 and 141. PADE students are supported by Professor Jessica Goldberg, the program’s faculty director, as well as a graduate assistant, and staff in the advising office.  At the beginning of the semester, program staff meet with each student to set personal academic and professional goals, and to agree to a schedule of weekly academic meetings to help achieve those goals.  Those meetings may include regular study sessions or participation in a reading group, with the opportunity to explore the economics research about topics of interest to students.   

PADE participants will also have the chance to network with economists working at organizations such as the Federal Reserve Board, the World Bank, and the Brookings Institution, and will receive support in applying for summer internships, on-campus research assistantships and to graduate school in Economics (or related disciplines). 

The expected time commitment during the academic year is 3-4 hours per week, including time spent reviewing material or assignments for other economics or math classes taken to fulfill requirements for a major in Economics. Participants receive one credit for ECON399 each semester.

To apply, fill out this application form.  Applications are due by August 20.

Fall 2026 Internship Opportunity – First Home Mortgage

First Home Mortgage, Canton Branch, is currently seeking driven University of Maryland students interested in a Fall 2026 internship opportunity in the mortgage lending and financial services industry.

Website: www.firsthome.com

About First Home Mortgage:
First Home Mortgage is a full-service residential mortgage lender founded in 1988 and headquartered in Maryland. The firm specializes in helping individuals and families finance home purchases and refinances across the Mid-Atlantic and surrounding regions. With a strong emphasis on customer service, local market expertise, and long-term client relationships, First Home Mortgage operates through a vast network of experienced loan officers and branch offices across multiple states. The company works with a wide range of loan programs including Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and state-specific homebuyer assistance programs.

This internship provides hands-on exposure to the residential mortgage process and real estate industry, including:

• Market insights into housing trends, mortgage rates, and real estate dynamics
• Mortgage lending and loan origination support
• Loan file processing and documentation review
• Client relationship management and communication
• Sales, operations, and business development within financial services
• Exposure to underwriting, processing, credit analysis, and mortgage structuring

Interns will gain direct experience working alongside experienced loan officers and branch management professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates:
Students with an interest in Economics, Finance, Real Estate, or related fields who are eager to develop professional experience in financial services, sales, and analytical decision-making. No prior experience required.

Location: Baltimore, MD 

How to apply / express interest:
Please send your resume and unofficial transcript, along with any questions to: 
Agernhart@firsthome.com