Summer Consultant – Economic Consulting

Job Description

Summer Consultant—2027 | Bates White Economic Consulting

The Tone:
This is an internship at Bates White Economic Consulting, located in Washington, DC. Bates White is a boutique consulting firm that provides advanced economic, financial, and econometric analysis to law firms, companies, and government agencies. This role is crucial for developing rigorous, high-quality analyses and reports that directly support client needs. Through this program, interns will perform meaningful work alongside bright and driven colleagues, contributing to a supportive and collaborative culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Washington, DC
• Pay: $37 hourly
• Team: Works closely with colleagues at all levels and backgrounds, from Consultants to PhD Economists and Partners.
• Mission: Analyze data and conduct research to develop rigorous, high-quality analyses and reports for our clients.
• Tech Stack: Stata, R, Python, SQL, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Analyze Data: Analyze large quantities of data using programs such as Stata, R, Python, SQL, and Excel.
• Conduct Research: Conduct industry research, review legal documents, and synthesize relevant information.
• Communicate Results: Communicate findings through data visualization, reports, and presentations to project teams.
• Collaborate Effectively: Collaborate closely with colleagues at all levels and backgrounds to achieve project goals.
• Develop Skills: Develop technical skills in R, Stata, and Excel, as well as soft skills, through intensive trainings.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree, with graduation anticipated between December 2027 and spring 2028. All majors are accepted.
• Experience: An aptitude for numbers and an interest in programming and analysis are required. Legal work authorization in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future is necessary.
• Skills: Possess strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, thrive in a deadline-driven environment, and exhibit independence, tenacity, self-confidence, and creativity.
• Bonus: A technical background in fields such as economics, finance, computer science, or engineering is helpful. Experience with Stata, R, or a similar programming language is also beneficial.