Economics Specialist (Entry Level, Hybrid, Summer 2027)

ICF; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking an Economics Specialist to join our Regulatory, Policy and Economics practice, providing research, analysis, and policy support for public-sector clients. The role is hybrid from Reston, VA (preferred) or Waltham, MA, with a Summer 2027 start and anticipated pay in the low $60K range.

You will contribute to quantitative analyses, methodological development, and stakeholder communications while collaborating with economists, engineers, and policy experts to address diverse

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and synthesize information from rulemaking documents, literature, or other technical reports to support program design or implementation.
• Perform cost-benefit, statistical/econometrics, or other quantitative analyses to assess industry response to changing regulatory requirements.
• Develop analytical methods, databases, and models (e.g., in R, Excel) to quantify the costs, benefits, or other regulatory impacts.
• Drafting and editing rulemaking support documents.
• Provide other general program support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client-facing

Data analysis

Regulatory analysis methods

Communication skills

Project prioritization

Education

Master’s degree in Economics

Tools

R

Stata

Python

Excel

Job description

ICF is looking for an Economics Specialist to join our Regulatory, Policy and Economics business portfolio where we primarily support public-sector clients with research, analysis, technical assistance, and implementation to help them address complex policy, management, and regulatory challenges. We provide innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality analyses and support services. We estimate the safety, environmental, and social impacts of regulations, policies, and programs and assess their costs, benefits, and economic impacts. We also evaluate program effectiveness. We work with virtually all federal agencies and with state and local agencies and select non-profit and private-sector clients. Our key clients include the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Department of Transportation, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Labor, Department of Interior, and Environmental Protection Agency. This entry-level full-time position will be hybrid from our Reston, VA headquarters (preferred) or Waltham, MA office and is available starting Summer 2027. The anticipated pay for this position will be in the low $60K range.

Job Responsibilities

As an Economics Specialist, you will work within an interdisciplinary team conducting applied research and providing consulting services in support of national-level programs focused primarily on addressing a range of safety, environmental, and other policy issues. You will contribute to research and regulatory and economic analyses to improve the effectiveness of regulatory and non-regulatory programs.

Specific Duties Include

• Analyzing and synthesizing information from rulemaking documents, literature, or other technical reports to support program design or implementation.
• Performing cost-benefit, statistical/econometrics, or other quantitative analyses to assess industry response to changing regulatory requirements.
• Developing analytical methods, databases, and models (e.g., in R, Excel) to quantify the costs, benefits, or other regulatory impacts.
• Drafting and editing rulemaking support documents.
• Providing other general program support.

The bulk of your work will be on domestic regulatory issues. You will work in collaboration with senior and junior staff within a multidisciplinary team that includes economists, scientists, and engineers. You will also have direct contact with clients and will contribute to expanding our business.

What you need to be a successful candidate for this role:

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently and to apply a variety of technical skills and innovative thinking to solve problems
• As this is a client-facing role, excellent written and oral communications skills are essential
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel
• Experience developing data analysis and modeling approaches and scripting software (e.g., R, Stata, Python)
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects concurrently under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated skills (through employment or academic coursework) in the following areas: working with economic, environmental, and/or survey data; policy and regulatory analysis methods; federal rulemaking process; federal environmental, labor, and transportation safety regulations
• Prior consulting experience is highly desirable

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$60,967.00 - $103,643.00

Reston, VA (VA30)