NERA PhD Summer Intern (2028 Grads)

Marsh McLennan•San Francisco, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

NERA Economic Consulting is seeking PhD Summer Interns (2028 grads) for many of its offices, including New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC and White Plains, NY. As an Intern, you will help support our Consultants and Partners and may provide research, analyses, and advice to clients in one or more of our practice areas. This is a team-based, multi-task environment that requires precision work that is both quantitative and qualitative often with tight deadlines. The qualified candidate will work independently within a team environment on client advisory projects and litigation casework related to quantitative financial and economic analysis across several industries and markets. NERA provides an environment in which dedication to client and project success, individual professional development, and fun are at the forefront. The work environment is collegial, and there are numerous opportunities to learn and connect with staff at all levels.

Requirements

PhD candidates in economics, statistics, finance, or a related field with training in econometrics and quantitative methods
Exceptional analytic skills and strong academic records
Detail-oriented, think analytically and critically
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Fluent in English
Highly efficient using desktop tools such as MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Adept at online research
Eligible to work in the United States
International candidates who can independently obtain work authorization (OPT/CPT)
Commitment of 8-10 consecutive weeks between June and August

Nice To Haves

Capabilities with analytical software and programming environments such as SAS, Python, R, and Stata

Responsibilities

Collecting market, industry, company, and competitor information as needed for casework
Building and using spreadsheet models and applying econometric analysis to economic and financial data
Reviewing, summarizing and analyzing industry trends
Creating trial exhibits
Drafting memos, expert reports and presentation materials
Participating in client and team meetings and conference calls