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Federal Government Research & Academia

Research Assistant Opening — Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond (DC)

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is hiring a full-time Research Assistant (RA) to support economists at the Census Data Center in Washington, DC.

  • Location: Washington, DC (with travel to Richmond every other month)
  • Role: Research Assistant
  • Start Date: June 2026
  • Key Skills: Strong coding and experience working with large datasets
  • Application Deadline: Apply by the second half of October for first-round interviews
  • Application Link: Apply here

This is a two-year, full-time role supporting both policy and academic research, with strong placement into top PhD programs.

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Research & Academia

Opportunity Insights Predoc Fellowship — Summer 2026 Start

Opportunity Insights (Harvard University) is hiring several full-time pre-doctoral research fellows to begin in Summer 2026. Fellows will work on projects related to economic opportunity, mobility, and big data, gaining hands-on research experience and preparing for graduate study.

  • Location: Cambridge, MA
  • Role: Predoc Research Fellow
  • Start Date: Summer 2026
  • Application Deadline: October 1, 2025
  • Application: Apply here

Informational webinar:

  • Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
  • Time: 2:00 PM ET
  • Register here

Questions? Contact: hiring@opportunityinsights.org

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Federal Government Research & Academia

Boston Fed Research Assistant Program — Applications Open

The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is now accepting applications for its two-year Research Assistant (RA) program, beginning in Summer 2026.

As an RA, you will:

  • Work closely with economists on projects in macroeconomics, monetary policy, financial markets, and more.
  • Gain hands-on experience analyzing the U.S., New England, and global economies.
  • Support ongoing policy and research work, including regulation, payments systems, and financial stability.

Ideal for: Recent graduates with strong backgrounds in economics, math, statistics, or related fields.

📅 Deadline: September 30, 2025 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

🔗 Learn more and apply

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Federal Government Research & Academia

Research Assistant Positions — Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is hiring Research Assistants to join their team after graduation in 2026. These positions are designed for students planning to pursue advanced degrees in economics, finance, or related fields.

  • Location: Chicago, IL

  • Role: Research Assistant (Pre-doctoral, full-time)

  • Focus Areas: Support staff economists and policy professionals in academic research and policy work

  • Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree by 2026 in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields; strong data analysis and programming skills required

  • Application Link: Apply here

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on research experience and prepare for graduate school or careers in research, policy, and finance.

🌐 For similar opportunities across the Federal Reserve System, visit fedeconjobs.org.

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Grad School Research & Academia

Research Assistant in Health Economics & Econometrics

Join Professors Amanda Kowalski (University of Michigan) and David Chan (UC Berkeley) as a full-time Research Assistant on the project “Trade-offs in the Distribution of a Scarce Health Resource.”

  • Location: United States (with university affiliation)
  • Role: Full-time Research Assistant (Pre-doc)
  • Focus Areas: Health Economics, Econometrics, Policy Research
  • Skills Needed: Experience with Stata, R, Matlab, or SAS; strong attention to detail; comfort working with large datasets
  • Application Link: Apply here

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in hands-on research experience and preparing for graduate studies in economics, public policy, or related fields.

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Federal Government Research & Academia

Research Analyst Program — Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is hiring Research Analysts (RAs) for a two-year immersive program starting in 2025. This is a great opportunity for students planning to pursue a career in economics or a Ph.D. program.

  • Location: Dallas, TX
  • Role: Research Analyst (2-year program)
  • Focus Areas: Economic research, data analysis, and monetary policy projects with Ph.D. economists
  • Who Should Apply: Students with strong academic backgrounds in economics or related fields
  • Application Link: Apply Here

This program offers valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development for aspiring economists.

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Campus Events Research & Academia

SMU Hackathon — Hosted with AWS, AT&T, and Deloitte

Get ready for one of the biggest hackathons on campus! Join us for a weekend of innovation, networking, and fun.

🗓 Dates: Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21, 2025

💰 Prizes: $16,000 in prize money + giveaways

🤝 Networking: Meet senior leaders from AWS, AT&T, and Deloitte

🎯 Why Participate:

  • Sharpen your problem-solving skills
  • Build friendships and collaborate with other students
  • Gain exposure to top industry leaders
  • Compete for cash and prizes

Students can sign up as teams or individuals (we’ll help match you with a team).

👉 Register here: Hackathon Registration Link

Let’s show what Mustangs can do—students from Economics and across campus are encouraged to participate (and win it all!).Hackathon Flyer

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Federal Government Research & Academia

Research Associates — Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

The Research Division at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is recruiting full-time Research Associates (RAs) to begin in Summer 2026.

This is a unique chance to work closely with Fed economists, visiting fellows, and scholars. Former RAs have gone on to top PhD programs as well as careers in academia, policy, and the private sector.

  • Start Date: Summer 2026
  • Who Should Apply: Students graduating in Spring 2026 (Economics, Math/Stats, Public Policy, or related fields)
  • Deadline: First deadline October 15, 2025 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)
  • Apply Here: Application Link
  • More Info: RA Program Details
  • Questions: Contact ra.recruiting@stls.frb.org
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Research & Academia

Research Associate Positions — Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

The St. Louis Fed is hiring Research Associates to begin in Spring or Summer 2025. These pre-doctoral roles are ideal for students planning to pursue graduate study in economics.

  • Location: St. Louis, MO
  • Start Date: Flexible (Spring/Summer 2025)
  • Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
  • Requirements:
    • Bachelor’s in Economics or Quantitative Economics
    • GPA 3.5+
    • Strong math/stats background (Calculus II, Econometrics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations)
    • Prior research experience
  • Apply Here: RA Jobs – St. Louis Fed
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Research & Academia

Call for Abstracts — UNT Undergraduate Research Conference

The University of North Texas (Denton) is hosting its first Undergraduate Research Conference on November 8, 2025, bringing together students across the social sciences to present their work in a setting similar to academic conferences like ASSA or SEA.

🔄 Deadline Extended!

  • New Abstract Submission Deadline: October 1, 2025
  • Submission Cost: Free
  • Registration Fee: $10 (includes breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon reception; travel/lodging not included)

📌 Conference Details

  • Format: 3–4 paper sessions and poster sessions
  • Who Can Submit: Undergraduate students in social sciences (including economics)
  • Work in Progress Welcome: Students are encouraged to present, even if papers are not yet fully polished

🌐 Conference Website: UNT Undergraduate Research Conference

This is a valuable opportunity to share research, receive constructive feedback, and build experience in a supportive environment.