Compass Lexecon, one of the world's leading economic consulting firms, specializes in financial and economic analysis of issues that arise in regulatory, policy, and litigation matters. Our company engages with Fortune 500 corporations, government entities, and others to assist in numerous high-profile mergers, government investigations, and private litigation matters in the United States and worldwide. Compass Lexecon provides disciplined economic research capabilities that combine the academic, private-sector, and public-sector expertise of in-house economists and academic affiliates. Our staff develops a thorough understanding of the issues that face our clients, identifies the relevant economic theory, supports analysis with persuasive empirical evidence, and presents findings in a clear manner.
About the Opportunity:
Compass Lexecon is interviewing for summer internships with a start date in June 2020 for our Los Angeles office.
The internship position calls for knowledge of or interest in economics, a broad range of research skills, and the ability to perform quantitative analysis. Summer Interns work with case teams on a broad range of quantitative and qualitative aspects within our projects, such as: (a) gathering data and performing analyses with the aid of various software programs (e.g., Excel); (b) conducting industry research; (c) reviewing analyst reports and business documents produced in litigation; (d) assisting with the production of expert reports, government filings, and client presentations; (e) ensuring the quality of all work product; and (f) providing administrative support.
Key Responsibilities:
We seek candidates with strong academic backgrounds who are completing his or her junior year of college. Individuals who have completed significant coursework in economics, mathematics, or other quantitative disciplines are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of Excel and statistical programming packages such as STATA, SAS, or R are preferred, but not required. Candidates must be highly motivated, analytical, detail oriented, able to work independently or in teams, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Summer Interns are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week for seven weeks. Due to the client-based nature of this industry, shifting timelines and extended hours are a possibility, as such flexibility is appreciated. Compensation is consistent with paid internships at other major economic consulting firms.
A cover letter, resume, writing sample, and transcript must be submitted in order to be considered for the position.
Due to the large volume of applicants we request no phone calls, please.
Compass Lexecon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Vets and Disabled.