2026 Econometrics Summer Intern

StataCorp; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A statistical software company in Texas seeks an intern in econometrics for the summer. The role involves working with a senior member of the development team on projects related to panel-data analysis, time-series analysis, and causal inference. Candidates should be enrolled in a PhD program in a quantitative field and possess strong programming skills, along with a passion for software development. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in statistical software development.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed at least three years of graduate coursework.
• Good statistical skills are required.
• Experience with programming languages is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Learn to use and program in Stata.
• Collaborate on projects for potential publication in the Stata Journal.
• Assist in adding new features in econometrics and finance.

Skills

Statistical programming in Stata

Econometrics

Technical writing

Communication skills

Programming in C/C++

Programming in Java

Education

PhD program in econometrics, economics, or finance

Job description

StataCorp is seeking an intern with expertise in econometrics. Interns work with a senior member of Stata’s development team. This position may include projects in the areas of panel-data analysis, time-series analysis, and causal inference, as well as other areas.

StataCorp’s summer internships offer the opportunity for students to learn the inner workings of statistical software development by working closely with StataCorp’s professional staff at its campus in College Station, TX. Statistical software development is a challenging and rewarding career, ideal for those with a graduate education in econometrics, finance, or a related field and those with a keen interest in using their problem-solving skills to produce commercial software for use by all types of researchers, from medical professionals to leaders in economics and finance.

Job duties may include learning how to use and program in Stata; collaborating on projects suitable for publication in the Stata Journal; creating support materials; and assisting in adding new features to Stata in the areas of econometrics and finance, along with testing and documenting those features.

Candidates must be enrolled in a PhD program in econometrics, economics, finance, or a related quantitative field and must have completed at least three years of graduate coursework. Candidates must also have good statistical, technical writing, and communication skills and have experience programming in Stata, C/C++, Java, or other statistical and programming languages.

The application period is open between December 22 and May 1.

StataCorp LLC is an equal opportunity employer.