Research Analyst Intern (Economics) - Summer 2027

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

Brattle Group is offering a Summer Research Analyst Intern position in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes applying economic concepts in professional settings, building data-driven models, and supporting expert reports with rigorous analysis.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate degree in a quantitative field (GPA 3.7+), demonstrate teamwork and leadership, and show curiosity and ownership. Applications require a cover letter, resume, and transcripts.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline with strong academic performance (GPA 3.7+).
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills are essential for team-based project work.
• Intellectual curiosity, creativity, and ownership are highly valued.
• Excellent client service and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Build quantitative models and data-based solutions using R, Python, Stata, SAS, Excel, and VBA.
• Conduct qualitative research, literature reviews, and write memos to support expert reports.
• Assist in preparing expert reports and presentations for legal/regulatory contexts.
• Collaborate with team members to develop robust, innovative client solutions.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Curiosity

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in quantitative discipline

Tools

R

Python

Stata

SAS

Excel

VBA

Job description

Please note that while we accept applications for our internship position starting in the fall, we will not begin actively contacting candidates for interviews until/after November 2026.

Our Summer Internship Opportunity:

This internship program will provide you with the opportunity to apply the economic concepts you’re learning in the classroom in a professional services setting. It will also help you to improve your research and data analysis skills as well as learn to manage and prioritize tasks. You will work side by side with internationally recognized experts in financial economics, corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics.

METRICS Research Analyst Intern Role

As a Research Analyst intern at The Brattle Group, you will be integral to our project teams, collaborating with senior consultants and experts. Your responsibilities will include:

• Quantitative Models and Solutions: You'll build models and create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages, such as R, Python, Stata, SAS, Excel, and VBA (e.g. conducting data and statistical analysis, econometric analysis, building interactive dashboards, etc.).
• Qualitative Research and Literature Review: You'll conduct comprehensive research, including market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos to provide insights and support expert reports.
• Supporting Expert Witnesses: You'll assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping our experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts.
• Collaborating with Team Members: Effective communication and teamwork are critical. You'll work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for our clients.

Typical Assignments Might Include:

• Antitrust & Competition: Research markets, evaluate any restrictions to competition and estimate any relevant damages.
• Consumer Protection and Product Liability: Identify the effects of misinformation on consumer choice, elicit the value that consumers place on particular product features through the statistical and econometric evaluation of sales data.
• Telecom: Conduct analysis related to competition, auctions, and mergers within the telecom industry.

You will work in a collaborative atmosphere where dedication to project success and individual career and professional development are emphasized. You will have the opportunity to discover where your strengths and interests lie and how you can best apply your skills. The work environment is collegial; and there is significant, on-going contact between senior and junior staff.

The Candidate

The ideal candidates will be pursuing, and possess:

• An undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g. economics, computer science, data science, and mathematics), with strong academic performance. Successful applicants typically have a GPA of 3.7 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale).
• Great teamwork and leadership skills. Our project work is done almost exclusively on teams, so it's critical that our interns work well with others.
• Intellectual curiosity and creativity. We are looking for candidates who consistently want to learn more and approach problems with creativity.
• A high degree of ownership and commitment. Successful interns are committed to delivering their best work product, taking ownership of their work, and engaging in excellent client services.
• Strong communication skills.

To Be Considered for the Research Analyst Intern Position:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcript(s) (unofficial copies accepted)

The anticipated base gross salary for this position in Washington DC is $1,850.00 per week.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, domestic partner status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or HIV status (AIDS/HIV status), genetic information, sexual orientation, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, drug or alcohol abuse or alcoholism, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

THE EMPLOYER

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has 500 talented professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. For more information, please visit brattle.com.