Economist (Recent Graduate)

Bureau of Economic Analysis • Suitland, MD

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About The Position

The Bureau of Economic Analysis is hiring an Economist through its Recent Graduates Program, a one-year career development program for recent graduates of qualifying educational institutions. Participants receive formal training, job assignments, and a mentor to develop competencies related to the Bureau’s mission and needs. The role may involve preparing estimates, analyzing economic data and trends, collaborating on team projects under strict deadlines, and communicating analyses and explanations of economic data, methods, or topics. Positions are at entry-level bands I, II, or III, with an opportunity for permanent appointment after successful completion of the program and satisfaction of conversion requirements. The announcement may also be used to fill other Economist, ZP-0110-2, FPL ZP-3 positions in the same geographic location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

Requirements

• Be a recent graduate of a qualifying institution, generally within two years of degree or certification; veterans whose military service obligation precluded application may have up to six years.
• Indicate the graduation or expected graduation date on the resume; students with a degree conferral date on or before December 31, 2026, may be considered.
• Meet the education requirement through an economics degree including at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus, or equivalent coursework plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• For Band 2 (GS-09), have one year of experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to Band 2 (GS-07) in Federal service, or two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree, or a master's or equivalent graduate degree.
• Specialized experience includes using computer software programs; compiling and assembling statistical material; evaluating and interpreting economic information to ensure data quality; identifying data discrepancies and irregularities; collecting and analyzing economic data from one or more sources; and managing assignments in an academic or professional environment.
• Submit a copy of college transcripts to document the basic entry requirements.
• Be a U.S. citizen, be suitable for Federal employment, and be registered for Selective Service if applicable.
• Sign a Pathways Agreement.
• Complete the required USA Hire assessment within the specified 48-hour period.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and analyze economic data and trends.
• Collaborate with others on joint or team projects under strict deadlines.
• Communicate verbally and in writing to analyze and explain economic data, methods, or topics.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level