Economic Consulting Intern (Spring 2027)

About the Role

HDR's interns support the investigation of financial and economic mechanisms of major infrastructure projects or the assessment of the social, economic, and environmental benefits such projects bring. Interns help clients analyze new technology or innovative projects by assessing financial feasibility and justification. They also assist clients in finding new ways to be efficient in their operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support building financial, economic, and statistical models using Excel or other analytical software applications.
• Conduct research to aid in the interpretation and solution of problems with economic relationships.
• Collect and compile data relating to various areas of research.
• Review and analyze economic data to prepare reports detailing investigation results.
• Organize data into report format and prepare graphic illustrations of findings.
• Work independently on small projects or assist more senior staff on larger projects.
• Develop an understanding of industry-leading best practices for economic modeling.
• Strengthen data visualization skills through preparation of materials for client presentations.
• Collaborate with and learn from experienced economists.
• Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Assess data quality based on primary source.
• Gain familiarity with economic techniques such as econometrics, forecasting, and data-driven decision support tools.
• Support HDR project managers and staff for quantitative/technical and qualitative settings.
• Perform research and write reports that connect quantitative and qualitative ideas and approaches.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate economics or business program.
• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be adept at working within a team environment.
• Local candidates preferred.