Economics Intern: Data Analytics & Market Research

Secretariat; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat seeks a Economics Intern in Washington, DC to apply classroom skills to real cases, data, and business challenges. You will learn from seasoned economists and consultants, contributing to economic analyses, market research, and client-ready deliverables.

This role emphasizes curiosity, analytical thinking, writing, and collaboration within a fast-growing team focused on law, risk, and regulatory challenges.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, data science or a related field.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028
• Minimum GPA of 3.5
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and experience with Stata, Python, or R
• Enjoys solving problems, thinking logically, and using analysis to support recommendations
• Has experience working with data through coursework, projects, research, internships, or other hands‑on activities
• Brings curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn new tools, topics, and ways of thinking
• Pays close attention to details, stays organized, and takes pride in producing high‑quality work
• Works well independently while also enjoying collaboration with teammates, mentors, and project leaders
• Communicates clearly in writing and conversation, especially when explaining research, data, or ideas
• Is authorized to work in the U.S. without needing sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Launch your career by putting your classroom skills to work on real cases, real data, and real business challenges.
• As an Intern, you will use your curiosity, analytical mindset, and communication skills to help clients navigate high‑stakes decisions while learning directly from experienced experts in economics, intellectual property, finance, and litigation consulting.
• Interns play an active role on project teams, working under the supervision of experienced case managers and alongside recent graduates and PhD economists to address complex business challenges.
• This opportunity is ideal for students who enjoy asking “why,” digging into data, solving puzzles, researching new industries, and writing reports that turn complex information into a clear story.
• The skills you develop as an Intern can support a wide range of career paths in consulting, economics, finance, analytics, and beyond.
• If you are excited by economics, finance, math, data, or coding—and want a role where you can grow quickly, contribute early, and see the impact of your work—Secretariat is the place to build that momentum.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Stata

Python

R

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, data science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Secretariat seeks a Economics Intern in Washington, DC to apply classroom skills to real cases, data, and business challenges. You will learn from seasoned economists and consultants, contributing to economic analyses, market research, and client-ready deliverables.

This role emphasizes curiosity, analytical thinking, writing, and collaboration within a fast-growing team focused on law, risk, and regulatory challenges.