Global Economics Intern

Arch Capital Group•Greensboro, DC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arch’s internship program gives students hands-on experience in the insurance industry through challenging learning opportunities, exposure to specialty insurance, professional development, and ongoing feedback. The Global Economics Intern will support the U.S. and global economic outlook through research, data analysis, scenario design, and econometric modeling. The intern will help track and interpret economic developments and trends, prepare briefing notes and presentations, support recurring reports and ad hoc requests, and monitor economic releases and news, particularly developments in capital, mortgage, and housing markets. The role also contributes written and visual content, including research notes, presentations, and rapid responses to economic events. The program runs from June 2, 2027, through August 6, 2027. This is a hybrid position, with two days onsite and three days working from home, based in Washington, D.C., or Greensboro, North Carolina. Relocation and housing assistance are not provided. The posted hourly rate is $28 for individuals assigned to or hired to work in either location; the actual rate may depend on factors including location, responsibilities, education, and qualifications. The intern is eligible for select Arch benefits.

Requirements

Be actively completing a master’s degree in Economics, International Finance, or a related program.
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Be a graduate student with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
Have advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel and PowerPoint, for presenting data effectively.
Be proficient with statistical software such as EViews, Python, or R, and have basic programming knowledge.
Have an interest in global macroeconomic research, with a focus on developed markets.
Have strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to deliver strong presentations.
Be detail-oriented and able to synthesize data and clearly articulate conclusions.
Be a self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple tasks and priorities, and operate in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborate effectively as a team player and demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit and desire to keep learning.

Nice To Haves

Experience applying Claude Code or GitHub Copilot.
Exposure to macroeconomic forecasting, structural equation modeling, panel estimation, and cointegration techniques.

Responsibilities

Assist with research, data analysis, and scenario design for the U.S. and global economic outlook.
Support econometric modeling projects, including data preparation, testing, and maintenance of forecasting models.
Track and summarize economic developments, preparing briefing notes and draft presentations for internal and external audiences.
Analyze economic and industry trends with guidance from senior economists to understand business and strategic implications.
Provide research and analytical support for recurring reports and ad hoc requests from the Chief Economist and team members.
Monitor daily economic releases and news, highlighting developments in capital, mortgage, and housing markets.
Contribute to written and visual content, including research notes, presentations, and rapid reactions to economic events.