Research Analyst Intern (Economics & Finance) - Summer 2026

The Brattle Group•New York, NY

65d•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship program will provide you with the opportunity to apply the economic concepts you’re learning in the classroom in a professional services setting. It will also help you to improve your research and data analysis skills as well as learn to manage and prioritize tasks. You will work side by side with internationally recognized experts in financial economics, corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics. As a Research Analyst intern at The Brattle Group, you will be integral to our project teams, collaborating with senior consultants and experts. Your responsibilities will include: Quantitative Models and Solutions: You'll build economic, financial, and operational models using Excel (e.g. valuation models, estimating cost of capital). You may also create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages, such as R, Python, Stata, SAS, and VBA (e.g. conducting statistical and econometric analysis). Qualitative Research and Literature Review: You'll conduct comprehensive research, including market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos to provide insights and support expert reports. Supporting Expert Witnesses: You'll assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping our experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts. Collaborating with Team Members: Effective communication and teamwork are critical. You'll work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for our clients. You will work in a collaborative and fun atmosphere where dedication to project success and individual career and professional development are emphasized. You will have the opportunity to discover where your strengths and interests lie and how you can best apply your skills. The work environment is casual; the atmosphere is collegial; and there is significant, on-going contact between senior and junior staff. This is a hybrid role with in-office and remote working expectations.

Requirements

Working towards an undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g. economics, business, finance, mathematics), with strong academic performance.
Successful applicants typically have a GPA of 3.7 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale).
Great teamwork and leadership skills.
Intellectual curiosity and creativity.
A high degree of ownership and commitment.
General finance knowledge, familiarity with financial concepts and interest in learning more

Responsibilities

Build economic, financial, and operational models using Excel (e.g. valuation models, estimating cost of capital).
Create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages, such as R, Python, Stata, SAS, and VBA (e.g. conducting statistical and econometric analysis).
Conduct comprehensive research, including market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos to provide insights and support expert reports.
Assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping our experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts.
Work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for our clients.