Do you graduate in December 2026 or May 2027
And might pursue a Ph.D. in Economics or Finance
Check out this job listing. This is a highly competitive position (high GPA, research esperience, etc.) so do not apply unless you meet the qualifications.
Qualifications
- BA/BS or equivalent in Economics, Finance, Business, Public Policy, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline.
- Independent research experience such as undergraduate research assistantships or thesis research.
- Proficiency in using statistical software such as Stata, R, or Python. Additional coding skills would be valued but not required.
- Experience working carefully with AI and agentic coding tools (e.g. ChatGPT and Claude; Codex and Claude Code), in addition to strong programming knowledge without reliance on these tools.
- The ability to analyze data, create visualizations, and write reports.
- Intrinsic motivation and the capacity to manage work independently.
- A passionate mindset about economic research and quantitative data analysis with the intention of pursuing an economics or finance PhD.
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