2027 2028 PhD ABD graduates Economic Consulting Senior Associate Intern Summer 2026
Charles River AssociatesBoston, Massachusetts
Internship
Posted January 27, 2026
$2k - $3k
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Job Description
The position involves conducting economic research, building models, analyzing data, and preparing reports to support client consulting projects in areas such as antitrust, life sciences, and labor/employment, with opportunities for professional development and potential full-time employment after the internship.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and support economic analysis using quantitative models and data.
- Assist in developing and presenting client deliverables such as expert reports and white papers.
- Act as a point of contact for attorneys and clients on practice-relevant issues.
- Program, build models, and perform statistical analyses using tools like Stata, SAS, Python, R, or Matlab.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of analyses and economic opinions.
- Participate in practice-building activities, training, and knowledge sharing.
Requirements
- A PhD degree in economics with a completion date within December 2026 or Summer 2028, with an academic focus on quantitative research, including specializations such as industrial organization, applied microeconomics, econometrics, labor, health, intellectual property, pricing and product launch, corporate finance, financial accounting, or other quantitative areas.
- Strong knowledge of economic concepts and a range of research and quantitative skills.
- Ability to conduct research in a team-oriented environment alongside respected academics, industry experts, and regulators.
- Ability to identify and conceptualize issues, support complex economic models to analyze data, and participate in the research process.
- Experience in assisting in the development and presentation of client deliverables, including expert reports and white papers summarizing opinions, conclusions, and recommendations using market, industry, or client-proprietary data.
- Ability to act as a point of contact for attorneys and other industry or government clients on practice-relevant issues.
- Proficiency in programming and statistical analysis programs such as Stata, SAS, Python, R, Matlab, or Mathematica, and the ability to program, build models, or perform regression analyses.
- Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions.
- Participation in practice-building activities, training, and expertise sharing.
- Minimal travel required, with an expectation of spending 3 to 4 days a week in the office, including possible travel to other CRA offices or client locations.
- Resume or CV including current address, email, and telephone number.
- Cover letter describing interest in CRA and how the role aligns with career goals, including specific practice area or location preferences if applicable.
- Research job market paper or dissertation outline submission.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range of $2,400-$3,200 per week, depending on practice area, experience, education, and expertise
Work schedule with an average of 3 to 4 days per week in the office, with flexibility for remote work
Professional development and wellness support programs
Social events to connect with peers
Collegial work environment
Potential for full-time employment following successful internship
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