Accenture Student Empowerment Program and Internships

Bring your big ideas and ability to creatively solve client business problems to Accenture and you may find that your career catapults to places you never imagined. Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company and we’ve created the Accenture Student Empowerment Program (ASEP) to help students like you jump start your career.

Upon acceptance into the program, you’ll benefit from a mentorship program that is built to help you learn more about consulting and better define your interests, goals and career path. Learn from experienced professionals who’ve traveled the road you may want to take and get a true glimpse into the day in the life of a consultant. If you are energized by what you see, take the next step to see if you’re eligible for a paid summer internship.

If you want to learn first-hand how our consultants help transform some of the top brands in the world and why clients consider them trusted advisors, you need to be part of the Accenture Student Empowerment Program. As an ASEP fellow, you’ll:

• Develop a relationship with your mentor
• Gain exciting exposure to the business world
• Understand the relevance of your academic studies
• Develop a professional network and practice your networking skills
• Understand what companies are looking for with new hires
• Potentially have the opportunity to intern with Accenture

Select Fellows can also participate in our paid summer internship program.

At Accenture, our portfolio of business includes Accenture Strategy, Accenture Consulting, Accenture Digital, Accenture Technology and Accenture Operations. If eligible, you’ll be aligned with a group based on your experience, interest and business demand.

Full-Time Analyst Position at Solutions Economics for May 2016 Graduate

Solutions Economics, LLC provides expert testimony, reports and analyses for regulatory, litigation and business cases. The company specializes in services related to regulated industries, international arbitration and competition policy. Solutions Economics utilizes quantitative analyses, economic modeling, financial and economic theory, and comprehensive research.

Position Summary:

Solutions Economics is seeking to hire a full-time Analyst to join the team beginning in the summer of 2016. Applicants must be graduating in May 2016 with a degree in Economics or a related field.

Because of its close-knit working environment, Solutions offers Analysts the opportunity to be involved in many aspects of its work, carry significant responsibility and expand their knowledge in a number of fields and methods of analysis.

The responsibilities of an Analyst include the collection, synthesis, and analysis of financial and economic data and literature; the creation and programming of spreadsheets, databases, charts, and graphs; and the development of regression and other statistical analyses. In addition, Analysts are responsible for presenting data and findings in written form through reports, presentations, etc.

Qualifications:
Spanish reading and writing skills are highly recommended, as many of our cases involve work in Latin America. We seek candidates with strong analytical skills who can use both qualitative and quantitative tools to analyze complex issues and be able to present them in a manner that is accessible to those without an economics background. Successful applicants will exhibit a working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint as well as the ability to perform research using the internet or other sources.

Also important are strong initiative, work ethic and confidence. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.3. Experience working with the statistical analysis program Stata is strongly encouraged, as is experience with econometrics.

More information and how to apply available at Careers4Terps.

Paid Summer Internship with Compass Lexecon in DC

Compass Lexecon provides economic analysis, business advice, and litigation support to industry organizations, governments, major corporations and law firms throughout the U.S. and abroad. Our firm specializes in microeconomic issues of competition, antitrust, and regulation in such sectors as energy, environment, transportation, information, communications, entertainment, property rights, and manufacturing. Compass Lexecon is comprised of a unique combination of leading economic researchers, individuals at the forefront of public policy debates, and a team with extensive consulting experience. Our staff has experience and education that span industries and disciplines.

About the Opportunity:
Compass Lexecon is interviewing for the position of Summer Intern. We are hiring for positions with a start date in June 2016.

Key Responsibilities:
The position demands knowledge of or interest in economics, a broad range of research skills, and the ability to perform quantitative analysis. Summer Interns work with case teams in nearly all aspects of our projects including a variety of quantitative and qualitative tasks, such as: (a) gathering data and performing analyses, including spreadsheet modeling; (b) conducting industry research; (c) reviewing analyst reports and business documents produced in litigation; (d) assisting with the production of expert reports, government filings, and client presentations; (e) ensuring the quality of all work product; and (f) providing administrative support.

Preferred Skills:
We seek candidates with strong academic backgrounds who are completing their sophomore or junior years of college. Individuals who have completed significant coursework in economics and mathematics (or other quantitative disciplines) are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of Excel and statistical programming packages such as STATA or SAS are preferred, but not required. Candidates must be highly motivated, analytical, detail oriented, able to work independently or in teams, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Summer Interns are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Compensation is consistent with paid internships at other major economics consulting firms.

Apply here.

Entry Level Strategic Care Analyst Position with the Advisory Board Company

Analysts in the Service Line Strategy Advisor (SLSA) and Population Health Initiative (PHI) work in teams on custom research engagements to address key challenges or opportunities facing specific hospital members. Building on the Advisory Board’s vast knowledge and expertise, engagement teams provide strategic guidance to directly support hospital decision-making. Recent engagements have focused on the following topics: evaluating market differentiation tactics for cardiac surgery, defining programmatic growth platforms for stroke care, crafting a strategic vision for a digestive health center, designing a framework to better conceptualize cancer care pathways, evaluating telehealth platforms and developing a strategy for integrated behavioral health. Analysts are actively involved throughout the engagement cycle—from conception, to research interviews, to analysis and creation of presentation materials. Working in teams provides analysts the opportunity to learn from peers and to take on more challenging responsibilities as they develop in their role.

This opportunity is based in Washington, D.C.

Analyst Responsibilities:

§ Analysts are expected to work on multiple engagements simultaneously and to accomplish the following objectives:

§ Lead custom research intended to solve hospital problems related to strategic planning and growth

§ Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in both individual and team settings

§ Collaborate with manager to develop strategic recommendations on an institution-by-institution basis

§ Conduct data analytics and financial modeling to identify business solutions

§ Conduct in-depth interviews with senior healthcare executives

§ Document and analyze findings from primary and secondary research

§ Reduce member challenges to root cause problems

§ Identify and critique best practice strategies and solutions

§ Develop innovative frameworks for presentation of findings

§ Contribute to creation of presentation materials

Economist Research Summer Intern Position with the Federal Reserve of Chicago

Economist Research Intern

Conducts statistical and economic analyses of current macroeconomic, microeconomic, financial and regional data, and provides research support for the economists. The level of work required is considered entry- level and staff work under direct supervision. This job has no direct reports.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the economists in their basic and applied research by following instructions to perform tasks including collecting data, conducting moderately complex statistical analysis, writing statistical software programs, and organizing the presentation of results
• Assists the economists in the analysis of public policy issues and events. Issues include monetary policy, bank regulation, payments systems, financial markets, community development and the state of the US and global economies
• Researches economic topics for economists' articles
• Prepares a variety of charts, tables, and descriptive text for Department management or other staff economists to use in their briefings of the President and the Board of Directors.
• Follows instructions to research and organize background materials for presentations to the President; responds to other System-wide directives and requests.
• Performs other duties as requested

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Mathematics, or related field with emphasis on quantitative and/or analytical skills
• Research Assistant experience preferred
• SAS, STATA or Matlab experience preferred

Application requirements:

To be considered, all applications must include a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcriptions. You can submit applications through www.chicagofed.org/careers. Search for job listing #244101

Research Assistant at Brookings

Each year the Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution employs approximately fifteen research assistants for one or two year appointments, preferably beginning between June 1 and August 1. This year, we are seeking to hire approximately five new assistants. The starting annual salary will be in the mid 40’s.

Research Assistant positions in Economic Studies are entry-level and involve verification of statistical and other material in manuscripts, statistical calculations, literature searches, and computer work. This position offers no opportunity for independent research during the first year. Senior RAs in their second year have occasionally co-authored papers with Senior Fellows. This position is best suited for those who have received an undergraduate degree in Economics, Mathematics, or other social sciences with a minor in Economics. Furthermore, this position best serves those who plan to go on to graduate school but prefer to work a year or two before doing so.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Public Policy, or other Social Sciences with a minor in Economics or related discipline required. Master’s degree in similar fields or one-year job experience in economics, policy research, and/or computer modeling preferred but not required. Competence to undertake research assignments with little supervision required

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, SPSS and other econometric packages required.

For additional details and to apply click here.

Please note that applicants will need to upload our application form, cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and a transcript. The application deadline is February 12, 2016.

Full-time Research Associate Position with Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

The Economic Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is recruiting for the position of Research Associate.

Key Activities Include:

• Assisting Ph.D. economists on academic research projects and monetary policy briefings.
• Gathering and analyzing data, programming economic models, and preparing charts for presentations on economic and financial conditions.
• More experienced Research Associates participate in econometric or theoretical research, write for Bank publications, and deliver speeches to civic and educational groups.

These are excellent positions for someone considering a Ph.D. in economics. Research Associates develop technical skills and are exposed to a broad range of economic research topics. Most Research Associates stay with the department for two to three years, at which point many return to graduate school. In recent years, Research Associates have gone on to Ph.D. programs at Stanford University, University of Chicago, New York University, University of Minnesota, Boston College, and Johns Hopkins University.

Required Education and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics or a closely related field, such as statistics, computer science, or mathematics.
• Coursework or experience in econometrics, math, statistics, statistical software packages, and macroeconomic modeling is highly desirable.
• Strong academic record.
• High proficiency with personal computers and spreadsheet software.
• Excellent communication skills.

NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program is Accepting Applications

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) offers competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. The program offers:

• Scholarship support
• Paid research training at the NIH during the summer
• Paid employment and training at the NIH after graduation

The UGSP encourages all students considering admission to complete and submit the Exceptional Financial Need (EFN) form to their financial aid office to determine eligibility prior to completing the online application. Once you have submitted the form, please notify the UGSP at ugsp@od.nih.gov and we will contact you after your university has indicated your eligibility.
SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT

The NIH UGSP will pay up to $20,000 per academic year in tuition, educational expenses, and reasonable living expenses to scholarship recipients. Scholarships are awarded for 1 year, and can be renewed up to 4 years.
RESEARCH TRAINING AT THE NIH

For each full or partial scholarship year, you are committed to two NIH service obligations. The obligations are actually benefits of the UGSP, providing you with invaluable research training and experience at the NIH.

1. 10-week Summer Laboratory Experience. After each year of scholarship support, you will train for 10 weeks as a paid summer research employee in an NIH research laboratory. This employment occurs after the receipt of the scholarship award. Each scholar will be assigned to an NIH researcher and an NIH postdoctoral fellow, who will serve as mentors You will also attend formal seminars and participate in a variety of programs.

2. Employment at the NIH after Graduation. After graduation, you will continue your training as a full-time employee in an NIH research laboratory. You must serve 1 year of full-time employment for each year of scholarship.

Research Assistant Position with the American Institutes for Research

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a leading behavioral and social science research organization. We are a collaborative organization that works with clients to examine a wide range of projects from early childhood development to adult education. AIR prides itself in conducting high-impact, high-stakes projects for federal, state, and private organizations. Our vision is that research-based problem solving can improve the lives of all people.

We are currently seeking a Research Assistant to join our Education Program in our Washington, DC (Georgetown) office.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will provide support on several large-scale international studies, for example, the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) and the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS). The person will assist with the development, production, and dissemination of high-quality, timely, and reliable statistical reports and data tools on education topics, as well as assist with projects monitoring data quality and other research projects. The Research Assistant will be expected to do research on topics pertaining to international and comparative education, review and draft reports and correspondence, revise manuscripts in response to editorial and technical comments, assist in data collection and documentation, enter and verify accuracy of data, produce basic statistical analyses, develop presentations for professional audiences, and support implementation of education-related applied research or technical assistance projects.

Qualifications
This position requires a bachelor's degree in education, economics, statistics, public policy, psychology, sociology, or a related field, and basic research experience. An outstanding academic record, excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and proficiency within the Microsoft Office environment required. Our desired candidate will be familiar with quantitative research methods and data analysis; be comfortable reviewing and producing data tables; possess effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; have excellent organizational and time management skills; and have an interest in education research at the national or international levels. Proficiency in SPSS, Stata, or R a plus.

For more information or to apply click here.

Industrial Economics, Incorporated (IEc) - Research Analyst Positions

Industrial Economics, Incorporated (IEc) is an environmental and economic consulting firm. We have over three decades of experience providing professional services for federal agencies, state and local agencies, non-governmental organizations, tribes, and private entities.

Individuals with undergraduate training and limited prior work experience join IEc as Research Analysts (RA). Working with other IEc consultants, Research Analysts gather and evaluate data; perform analyses using a variety of economic, financial, or scientific methods; and communicate results in both written and oral form. RAs work with a variety of other IEc staff, and must be able to effectively perform as part of a project team. An RA's responsibilities require consistent exercise of discretion and judgment to work on projects of significance to IEc and its clients.

Research Analysts draw on knowledge from a wide range of specialized disciplines including economics, applied mathematics, public policy, engineering, and ecology and other environmental sciences; thus, academic training in any one of these areas may qualify a candidate for this position. Successful candidates possess a Bachelor's degree with high academic rank, have strong analytic and problem solving skills, and speak and write effectively.

Research Analysts are eligible for promotion to Senior Research Analyst. Research Analysts and Senior Research Analysts often return to graduate school after working at IEc to pursue training in management, environmental science, public policy, economics, or law.

Position Type: Full Time.

Required Qualifications:

• BA, BS or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant work or internship experience is preferred.

To apply visit: www.indecon.com