Summer Economist (hybrid – paid)

Edgeworth Economics LLC•Washington, DC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

From the moment you walk through the doors at Edgeworth Economics you will be treated as a valued addition to a team that is rich in diversity of cultures, education, and perspectives. Whether you are a consultant or a member of the administrative team you can expect to build meaningful professional and personal relationships that will help you develop your talents, interests, and career path. Edgeworth employees enjoy a collaborative, collegial work environment with a casual dress code at each of our office locations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include monthly phone and fitness reimbursements, weekly wellness sessions hosted onsite, a fully stocked kitchen, and regularly scheduled social events all of which aim to provide our staff with a well-rounded employment experience. Edgeworth Economics is an economic and quantitative consulting firm that provides economic analysis and expert testimony for clients facing complex litigation, regulatory, and other challenges involving antitrust, class certification, intellectual property, and labor and employment. Edgeworth’s expert economists, statisticians, data analysts, and other professionals assist clients with innovative solutions rooted in the rigorous application of economic principles and hard data. Organizations including leading law firms, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies rely on Edgeworth Economics to help them navigate through their most critical legal disputes and other challenges. Allow us to provide you with the opportunities, resources, and guidance necessary to develop your career at any stage.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a PhD in Economics, Finance, or Accounting graduating in 2027 or 2028
Strong background in economics, statistics, or closely related areas including econometrics, competition economics, market structure, price theory, industrial organization, or labor economics is a plus
Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, Python, SAS, or similar) preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, professional environment
Prior experience (1-3 years) in economic consulting, litigation support, or a related quantitative field is preferred

Responsibilities

Identify key economic issues in litigation and regulatory matters and develop appropriate analytical frameworks
Formulate and implement economic, econometric, and statistical models
Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on industry trends, market structures, and academic literature
Assist economic testifying experts in preparing analyses, reports, and presentations
Present results of analyses to both technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborate with project teams to support and deliver high-quality work under deadlines