Month: October 2025

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Grad School

Future in Focus: Graduate Business Preview Weekend — Wake Forest University

The Wake Forest University School of Business invites students from all academic backgrounds to attend Future in Focus: Graduate Business Preview Weekend — an immersive on-campus experience to explore graduate programs and career possibilities.

📍 Location: Farrell Hall, Wake Forest University

📅 Dates: November 14–15, 2025

Highlights:

  • Explore Wake Forest’s MS in Accountancy, MS in Management, and MS in Business Analytics programs
  • Learn how AI, analytics, and ESG principles are shaping business education
  • Connect with faculty, current students, and peers nationwide
  • All travel, meals, and accommodations covered for selected attendees
  • Attendees automatically qualify for a $10,000 scholarship toward a Wake Forest master’s program

👉 Apply here: Application Link

For questions, contact Claire Dockery, Associate Director of Enrollment Management, at dockeryc@wfu.edu.

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Research & Academia

Call for Undergraduate Research Papers — Columbia Economics Review

The Columbia Economics Review (CER), the oldest undergraduate economics journal in the U.S., is now accepting submissions for its Fall 2025 issue.

CER publishes high-quality research on diverse economic topics and provides a platform for undergraduates to engage in academic discourse and share their work with a global audience.

Details:

📅 Submission Deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025

📝 Who Can Submit: Undergraduate students and recent graduates

📚 Submission Types: Original research, seminar papers, theses, or coursework

This is an excellent opportunity for students to publish their research and contribute to the broader economics community.

👉 Submit your paper: Submission Form

📧 Questions? Contact columbiaeconreview1754@gmail.com

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Career Events Research & Academia

Pre-Doctoral Fellow — Labor and Employment Vertical

Isaac Centre for Public Policy (ICPP), Ashoka University

The Isaac Centre for Public Policy at Ashoka University is hiring Pre-Doctoral Fellows to support research in labor and employment under Prof. Kanika Mahajan and Prof. Anisha Sharma.

📍 Location: Okhla, New Delhi

🕒 Type: Full-time, on-site (1–2 year commitment)

🎓 Eligibility: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Economics, Statistics, or related fields (strong quantitative background preferred)

💻 Skills: Proficiency in Stata or R; prior RA experience desirable

This position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career researchers planning to pursue a Ph.D. in economics or related disciplines.

👉 Learn more and apply: Ashoka University Careers – Pre-Doctoral Fellow

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Career Events

Congressional Internship Opportunity — Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34)

Applications are now open for Spring 2026 internships with Congressman Vicente Gonzalez’s offices in both Washington, D.C. and the Texas District.

Interns will gain firsthand experience working in Congress — assisting with legislative research, constituent services, and communications projects while learning about the policymaking process.

Details:

📍 Locations: Washington, D.C. & Texas District Offices

📅 Term: Spring 2026

💼 Responsibilities: Research, communications, constituent support

This is a great opportunity for students interested in government, policy, or public service careers.

👉 To apply or learn more, contact Kai Seidenberg, Staff Assistant, at Kai.Seidenberg@mail.house.gov.

  • Office of Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34)
  • 1201 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515
  • Phone: (202) 225-2531

 

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Campus Events Grad School

Graduate Opportunities – GW Elliott School of International Affairs

Interested in pursuing graduate studies in international affairs, economics, or global policy?

The George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs will be hosting Coffee Chat meetings in Dallas for students to learn more about their top-ranked master’s programs.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Location: Westside Coffee, Dallas

Students can sign up for a one-on-one chat with Nicole Campbell, Executive Director of Graduate Admissions, to discuss:

  • Master’s programs including International Affairs, Global Communication, International Economic Policy, and more

  • Admissions and funding opportunities

  • Career paths and alumni outcomes

👉 Sign Up for a Coffee Chat

For more information about the Elliott School’s graduate programs, visit Elliott School of International Affairs.

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Campus Events Career Events

AT&T Data Science Lunch & Learn

Students interested in data science and real-world applications won’t want to miss this event!

  • Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
  • Time: 12:00 PM
  • Location: HTSC Chamber
  • Lunch provided

Connect with professionals from AT&T, learn about data science career pathways, and explore how data drives innovation in industry.

Register here: SMU Connect Link

Note: Students must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible to apply.

Hosted by the First-Generation Initiative. For questions, contact Aja Lucky at alucky@smu.edu.

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Campus Events

Hispanic Heritage Month Networking Reception

Join the SMU community for an evening of connection and celebration!

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025

⏰ Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

📍 Location: EY Gallery, Fincher Building (Cox School of Business)

This event honors SCIE’s 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month theme, “Cannot Exist Without”, emphasizing that community thrives through connection. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employer partners are invited to celebrate the Latinx/Hispanic community while building meaningful professional and personal networks.

Highlights:

  • Networking with students, alumni, and professionals
  • Food and refreshments
  • PopCam professional headshot station
  • Remarks from Hispanic-based student organizations

Registration:

🎓 Students – Register on 12twenty

🏢 Employers/Staff/Alumni – Register on Qualtrics

For questions, contact Social Change and Intercultural Engagement (SCIE) at scie@smu.edu or visit their office in Hughes-Trigg Student Center, Suite 218.

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Grad School Research & Academia

Graduate Opportunities — UT Austin LBJ School of Public Affairs

The LBJ School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin offers a range of graduate programs for students interested in leadership, policy, and public service:

  • Master of Public Affairs (MPAff)
  • Master of Global Policy Studies (MGPS)
  • Master of National Security
  • DC Concentration

The LBJ School provides an affordable, top-ranked public-affairs education—last year 80 percent of students received fellowships.

Important dates:

  • Priority funding deadline: December 1 (also PhD final deadline)
  • Final application deadline for master’s programs: March 1
  • Open House: October 16 (virtual + in-person)

Learn more and register ➡️ lbj.utexas.edu

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Federal Government Research & Academia

Research Assistant Positions — Bank of Canada (Recent Graduates)

Research Assistant Positions — Bank of Canada (Recent Graduates)

The Bank of Canada is hiring Research Assistants for recent graduates holding a Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, or related fields. 

About the Role

  • Work with economic and financial data to support policy research and Bank operations. 
  • Assist economists with reports, presentations, and data-driven analyses. 

Eligibility & Requirements

  • Graduates between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2026 in relevant fields 
  • Strong analytical, research, and programming skills (MATLAB, R, Python, Stata, SQL, etc.) 
  • Bachelor’s degree with coursework in economics, finance, statistics, or related fields 

Perks & Logistics

  • Positions are based primarily in Ottawa, with possible opportunities in regional offices 
  • Hybrid work model, with expectations of on-site presence at least 12 days/month 
  • Salary range: CAD $64,881 to $76,331 (Job Grade 13, with performance incentives) 
  • Benefits include pension plans, vacation, health coverage, and professional development 

For full details and to apply, visit the job posting: Bank of Canada Research Assistant 

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Career Events

NBA Internship Program — Summer 2025

The NBA is accepting applications for its 2025 internship programs across various business, analytics, and operations functions.

  • Role: Intern (summer 2025)
  • Who Should Apply: Students interested in sports business, analytics, marketing, operations, or related fields
  • Apply Here: NBA Careers — Internships

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience working with a leading sports organization.