Applied Economics & Experimental Research (APEX) Internship, Fall 2026

University of Delaware • Newark, DE

16d • Onsite

About The Position

CEAE is housed within the Department of Applied Economics and Statistics (APEC). Our mission is to nurture a diverse and inclusive community engaged in innovative, evidence-based research that informs policy and promotes sustainability at the intersection of agriculture and the environment. CEAE-supported research primarily involves economic experiments in the laboratory and field, designed to better understand and address real-world economic, environmental, and policy challenges.

Requirements

• Must be a first- or second-year UD student enrolled for Fall 2026
• Declared undergraduate major in Environmental & Resource Economics (ENRE), Food & Agribusiness Marketing (FABM), or Statistics (STAT)
• Demonstrate an interest in applied research and data-driven problem solving
• Available for work at Townsend Hall
• Commit to 8–10 hours per week during the academic year
• Must be undergraduate students at the University of Delaware

Responsibilities

• Compiling literature reviews and background research
• Assisting with experiment data collection and lab setup
• Administrative or logistical support for research operations
• Program support for the CEAE Mentoring Network
• Attend weekly check-ins with CEAE faculty and staff for ongoing guidance and progress updates
• Develop a research project that will be exhibited at CEAE’s Ag Day booth in April 2027
• Communicating their experience in the program through outreach activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed