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NERA Economic Consulting is seeking Research Associates for multiple locations, including New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC, White Plains (NY), and Chicago. This role is designed for Summer 2025 graduates who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting. NERA is a global firm that specializes in applying economic, finance, and quantitative principles to complex business and legal challenges. With a rich history spanning over fifty years, NERA's economists have been instrumental in creating strategies, studies, reports, expert testimony, and policy recommendations for government authorities and leading law firms and corporations worldwide. The firm prides itself on its commitment to delivering unbiased findings and maintaining a reputation for quality and independence. As a Research Associate, you will be part of a team that values analytical depth and breadth of industry exposure, providing an excellent foundation for those looking to advance their careers in consulting, finance, industry, or academia. The position offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for skills enhancement training. You will have the chance to contribute significantly early in your career, working on projects that require creative and critical thinking skills, as well as strong communication abilities. Responsibilities for this position include designing and building quantitative models, applying econometric analysis to economic and financial data, conducting valuation analyses, reviewing and summarizing industry trends, creating trial exhibits and presentation materials, writing code for complex data analysis, participating in client meetings, and drafting memos and expert reports. This role requires a detail-oriented approach and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Candidates should possess a BA or BS in any major or a Master's Degree, graduating by Summer 2025. Strong coursework or experience in finance, economics, accounting, statistical analysis/econometrics, and computer programming is highly desirable. The position involves little to no travel, allowing you to focus on your analytical and empirical problem-solving skills in a supportive environment.