Summer Researcher Intern

August 27, 2025
$38 / hour

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Job Description

About the Company: NERA Economic Consulting

NERA Economic Consulting (https://www.nera.com), established in 1961, is a leading global economic consultancy renowned for providing unparalleled guidance on critical market, legal, and regulatory issues. With a history of shaping industries and policies worldwide, NERA leverages its field-leading experts and deep experience to deliver rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data-powered policy recommendations.

NERA’s clientele includes the world’s leading law firms and corporations, as well as regulators and governments. Clients value NERA’s ability to apply and communicate state-of-the-art economic approaches clearly and convincingly, their commitment to unbiased findings, and their strong reputation for quality and independence. The firm prides itself on the integrity and skills of its unparalleled team of economists, supported by the extensive resources of one of the world’s largest economic consultancies.

Globally, NERA serves clients from more than 25 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The company is a business of Oliver Wyman, which in turn is a management consulting firm under Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), a global leader in risk, strategy, and people advisory. Marsh McLennan, with annual revenue of $24 billion and over 90,000 colleagues, operates in 130 countries.

NERA offers a challenging and rewarding work environment that prioritizes dedication to client and project success, individual professional development, and fostering a fun atmosphere. The work environment is collegial, providing numerous opportunities to learn and connect with staff at all levels. NERA is committed to a hybrid work model, requiring colleagues to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week, with office-based teams identifying an “anchor day” for in-person collaboration.

Diversity and Inclusion are core to Marsh McLennan’s (and thus NERA’s) values. They are committed to attracting and retaining diverse talent and embracing diversity across all characteristics protected by applicable law, including age, background, disability, ethnic origin, gender identity, and more. Accommodations are available for individuals with specific needs.

About the Job: Summer Researcher Intern

NERA is actively hiring Summer Interns (Summer Researchers) for their program running from early June to mid-August. This full-time internship requires a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week and offers an hourly rate of $37.50.

Available Locations:
• New York City
• San Francisco
• Chicago
• Washington DC
• White Plains (NY)
• Boston

Key Responsibilities:
Interns will be involved in a variety of analytical and research-intensive tasks, including:
Designing and building quantitative models and applying econometric analysis to economic and financial data.
• Conducting valuation analyses.
Reviewing, summarizing, and analyzing industry trends.
Creating trial exhibits and presentation materials.
Writing code for complex data analysis.
Participating in client meetings.
Drafting memos and expert reports.
• The position involves little to no travel.

Qualifications:
NERA welcomes applications from candidates pursuing a BA or BS in any major, or a Masters Degree, who are graduating by Summer 2027. Qualified candidates must demonstrate:
Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Being detail-oriented.
Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to work well on teams.
Strong coursework and/or experience in the following areas are highly desirable:
• Finance
• Economics
• Accounting
• Statistical analysis/Econometrics
• Computer programming

Benefits of the Internship/NERA Experience:
This internship offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, along with skills enhancement training. NERA provides challenging opportunities that allow interns to take on significant responsibilities and make substantial contributions early in their careers. The analytical depth of projects, breadth of industry exposure, and experience gained working in collaborative teams offer excellent preparation for:
• Applying to top graduate programs in business, economics, and law.
• Future careers in consulting, finance, industry, and academia.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should create a personal profile and submit their resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript on the Careers section of the NERA website (http://www.nera.com/). When submitting your cover letter, please clearly note your location preferences.