2027 Analyst Interns - US

Compass Lexecon; Illinois; On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Lexecon is seeking Analyst Interns for Summer 2027 to join the Competition and Finance Practices. The 10-week program runs June through August, with responsibilities including quantitative and qualitative research, data cleaning and analysis, and creating visual representations of results.

Interns will present findings and ensure accuracy through established QC processes. The role targets students in economics or finance with strong quantitative skills, and emphasizes clarity in written

Qualifications

• Strong academic background pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills.
• Strong interest in Economics/Finance, statistical programming and data analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis, including compiling, cleaning, and analyzing large data sets.
• Conduct qualitative research and analysis, including reviewing, summarizing, and identifying relevant information from academic papers and reports.
• Create tables, charts, and other visual representations of analyses.
• Summarize and communicate research findings to team members.
• Ensure accuracy of work product using audit and quality control processes.

Skills

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Analytical mindset

Written and oral communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in economics/finance or related quantitative field

Tools

Stata

SAS

R

Python

Job description

About The Role

We are hiring Analyst Interns to join our Competition and Finance Practices in Summer 2027. The 10-week internship will run from June through August.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis, including compiling, cleaning, and, analyzing large data sets.
• Conduct qualitative research and analysis, including reviewing, summarizing, and identifying relevant information from academic papers, analyst reports, press releases, industry literature and a wide range of documents produced in litigation.
• Create tables, charts, and other visual representations of analyses.
• Summarize and communicate research and analytical findings to team members.
• Ensure accuracy of work product using established audit and quality control processes.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for intellectually curious, analytically minded candidates who are eager to apply economic thinking to real-world issues. A strong academic foundation matters, but so does the drive to keep learning once you're here.

Required Qualifications

• Strong academic background pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, finance, or a related quantitative field. Candidates should be completing their third year of college or their last year of a master’s program.
• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills.
• Strong interest in Economics/Finance, statistical programming and data analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant coursework in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, data science, or other quantitative fields
• Introductory knowledge of Stata, SAS, R, Python or other statistical software
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to complete multiple tasks on tight deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Your Development

At Compass Lexecon, the Analyst internship is designed to be a valuable launching pad for your career. From day one, the firm is committed to helping new interns grow and succeed by providing mentorship, comprehensive onboarding training, and on-the-job learning opportunities

We acknowledge that AI is now commonly used for drafting, however we emphasize the importance of personalization to truly reflect your unique experiences. We are able to recognize applications that are solely created using AI and those that demonstrate individuality.

Position classification: Non-Exempt

Compass Lexecon offers a compensation package that is competitive with other major economic consulting firms. The base salary for this position is $50.00 an hour. This position is non-exempt, meaning it is eligible for overtime pay.

Summer Interns are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week for ten weeks with potential for overtime. Compensation is consistent with paid internships at other major economic consulting firms.