Internship - Competition Economics (April 2027 Start)

LE001 Berkeley Research Group, LLC; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 12 000 - 18 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

BRG in Brussels and Paris offers an internship in Competition Economics. You will work with our experts on a variety of cases, performing qualitative and quantitative analysis and building economic models.

You will participate in onboarding, training, and professional events, with opportunities to develop data handling and econometric skills while contributing to client projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an advanced university degree (Master’s) in Economics or related field.
• Interest in competition economics and knowledge of microeconomics and industrial organisation is a plus.
• Ability to draft and communicate analyses in English.

Responsabilités

• Build expertise through training and onboarding to equip you for project work.
• Tackle real-world problems by applying economic theory and industry insights.
• Work with client data using advanced tools to extract meaningful insights.
• Develop rigorous economic models based on theory and industry considerations.
• Explore current trends and debates to support client work.
• Collaborate in a team setting and contribute to project success.
• Engage in team-building and social activities during internship.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Economics

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Creative thinking

Learning attitude

English communication

Multilingual

Formation

Master’s degree in Economics or related field

Outils

Stata

R

Description du poste

Internship Position in Competition Economics

As an intern you will be an integral part of our team in our Brussels and Paris offices. You will be involved in real work that has an impact on clients and businesses. You will be working closely with our experts on a variety of cases in the competition space where you will be able to contribute to the analysis. The work of an intern can be both qualitative and quantitative in nature, and projects range from industry and subject matter research to data collection to the preparation of economic, statistical, and other forms of analysis. Interns should be able to assemble compelling evidence from data and research that underpins our expert opinions.

We are dedicated to supporting your professional development and qualifications relevant to your role. You will also have the opportunity to participate in professional events and networking opportunities. Our firm culture is entrepreneurial and inclusive, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds.

Ideal Candidate

• You enjoy working in a team.
• You are passionate about economics.
• You like conceptual issues and working with data.
• You want to contribute with your analytical skills and intellectual curiosity.
• You can propose creative solutions to complex challenges.
• You have a positive attitude towards new tasks and learning.
• You are currently completing an advanced university degree (Master’s degree) in Economics or related fields.
• You have an interest in competition economics and a good knowledge of theoretical and/or empirical microeconomics and industrial organisation.
• You can draft and communicate effectively in English.
• A good knowledge of other languages (e.g., German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, etc.) is an asset.
• You can write simple codes in Stata and/or R that are self-explanatory and easy to follow.
• You have a positive can-do attitude and you are willing to proactively engage with your colleagues.

What you will be doing as an intern

• Build expertise through training: From the start, you will benefit from a comprehensive onboarding and training program to equip you with the tools needed for a smooth transition into project work.
• Tackle real-world problems: Use economic theory and industry insights to help solve complex issues faced by our clients.
• Work with data that matters: Analyse real client datasets using advanced tools and statistical techniques to extract meaningful insights.
• Develop rigorous economic models: Construct models based on economic theory and industry-specific considerations to provide clear answers to complex questions.
• Explore current trends and debates: Conduct research into the latest industry developments and academic literature to support client work and stay ahead of emerging issues.
• Collaborate in a team setting: Work closely with our team to contribute to project success.
• Take part in the office’s daily life: Join team-building events, sports sessions, and other social activities that enrich your internship experience.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for Website Accessibility and Required Information for Online Applicant Tracking Systems accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

About BRG

BRG combines world-leading academic credentials with world-tested business expertise and purpose-built emerging technologies. Our culture centers on agility and connectivity which sets us apart and gets you ahead. At BRG, our professionals include specialist consultants, industry experts, renowned academics, and leading-edge data scientists. Together, they bring a diversity of real-world experience, data, and human and artificial intelligence, to economics, disputes, and investigations; corporate finance; and performance improvement services that address the most complex challenges facing organizations across the globe.

Our unique structure nurtures the interdisciplinary relationships that give us the edge, laying the groundwork for more informed insights and more original, incisive thinking. When paired with our global reach and resources, our diverse perspectives and technical capabilities make us uniquely capable to address our clients’ challenges. We get results because we know how to apply our thinking to your world. At BRG, we don’t just show you what’s possible. We’re built to help you make it happen.

BRG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

We do Consulting Differently It takes more than top-tier people. It takes top-tier people grounded in real-world expertise, working together in the right ways. This is BRG. Purpose-built for the agility and connectivity that sets us apart— we bring the best data, brightest talent, and boldest thinking to all that we do. With the crucial added ingredient of our real-world business acumen, we translate insights into action.