Graduate Analyst - Paid Intern | Fall 2026

Karp Strategies • New York, NY

2d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Karp Strategies is actively hiring a part-time Graduate Analyst to join our team for Fall 2026. This is a hands-on, client-integrated role for a graduate student who is excited about urban strategy and consulting, and ready to contribute from day one. Graduate Analysts play a meaningful role across client and internal projects, with work spanning research, writing, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and the creation of compelling client-facing materials. You won't be sitting on the sidelines: you'll be a real part of the team, engaged across many aspects of the consulting process. This role is a strong fit if you are excited about working at the intersection of economic development, urban planning, and community engagement; thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; are comfortable with ambiguity and learning as you go; and share our commitment to growing stronger communities and thriving economies. We are looking for candidates who can commit 20–25 hours per week. We will prioritize candidates available for both fall and spring semesters, with the possibility to extend through the summer. Dependent on firm needs, there is potential for Graduate Analysts to transition to a full-time Analyst role upon graduation.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in urban planning, public policy, economics, or a related field
• 1–3 years of demonstrated experience in research, writing, and/or data analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly for diverse audiences
• Comfort with data analysis and visualization
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Google Suite, and Adobe Suite
• Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, curious, and comfortable contributing in a maturing startup environment
• Genuine commitment to equity, inclusion, and the communities we serve

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mapping tools, Excel, or similar platforms
• Experience in community economic development, workforce development, placemaking, or stakeholder engagement
• Multilingual skills are highly valued given our work with diverse communities
• Experience with creative engagement methodologies is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to support client projects across the firm's portfolio. This includes desk research, policy analysis, literature reviews, and synthesizing complex information into clear, accessible narratives for a range of audiences.
• Support quantitative and qualitative data analysis across a range of project types, with a particular focus on market analysis, socioeconomic and labor market research, and mapping and data visualization.
• Support outreach and engagement activities including focus groups, interviews, community briefings, and facilitated meetings.
• Create compelling, polished client-facing materials including presentations, reports, infographics, and decks that translate technical findings into accessible formats.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern