Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is hiring 10 Research Assistants for one- or two-year appointments starting Summer 2026.
Eligibility:
Bachelor’s degree by Summer 2026 in Economics, Math/Stats, Public Policy, or related fields
Strong research and quantitative skills
Apply Here: Brookings Application Portal
Learn More: Program Details
The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is recruiting ten Research Assistants for one- or two-year appointments beginning in summer 2026. These positions are ideal for graduating seniors interested in economic research, public policy, and data analysis.
Join a diverse research team at the University of Zurich working on projects in public finance, political economy, and social wellbeing across Tanzania, DRC, Ecuador, and Chile.
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Role: Research Assistant / Pre-doctoral Researcher
Focus Areas: Public finance, political economy, social wellbeing
Application Link: Apply here
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international research projects and prepare for graduate studies or a career in policy and economics.
Are you interested in economics and curious about working at the Federal Reserve? Don’t miss the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Research Associate (RA) Info Session on:
🗓 Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM CST
📍 Format: Hybrid (attend in person or online)
🔍 Learn about:
This session is especially valuable for students planning to apply for roles starting Spring or Summer 2026.
💼 RAs collaborate directly with economists on policy and academic research. Many go on to PhD programs, careers in government, and roles in the private sector.
Questions? Reach out to the St. Louis Fed Research Division. Don’t miss this chance to explore a high-impact research career path!
📢 Summer Research Opportunity – Part-Time RA Positions
🗓 Apply by June 6, 2025
💼 Professors Kilian Huber and Niels Gormsen (University of Chicago Booth School of Business) are hiring part-time Research Assistants for Summer 2025, with potential to continue into the academic year.
🔍 Project Focus: Firms’ cost of capital
📄 Work: Manual review of corporate transcripts and slides (no AI/LLM work involved)
📌 For details and how to apply, please refer to the official job ad.
Questions? Contact:
Stephen Lamb, Director, Research Support
📣 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
💰 Prize: $1,000
🗓 Deadline: June 15, 2025
Encourage our undergraduate students to submit their best research papers in economics!
Learn more and apply here:
The University of North Texas invites undergraduate students to present their research at the Social Science Undergraduate Research Conference on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Denton, TX.
📌 Abstract Submission Deadline: September 12, 2025
💲 Registration Fee: $10 (includes breakfast, lunch, and a reception)
🚗 Note: Travel and lodging are not included.
This interdisciplinary event mirrors academic conferences like ASSA and SEA, featuring 3–4 paper sessions, poster presentations, and the opportunity to engage with peers and faculty from across the region.
Whether you’re completing an honors thesis or working on a class project, this is a great platform to showcase your work and gain presentation experience!
Questions? Contact: Jeffrey Rous at UNT.
The Midwest Economics Association (MVEA) invites submissions for its 2025 Annual Meeting, taking place October 23–25, 2025 in Kansas City, MO!
In addition to standard research sessions and professional development workshops, the MVEA offers outstanding opportunities for students, including:
Undergraduate and Master’s student sessions
Best Paper Awards for graduate students
A welcoming, supportive environment with constructive feedback
A chance to publish in the Journal of Economic Insight
This is a fantastic opportunity for students and faculty alike to engage with the economics research community.
📩 Submit your paper and learn more at www.mvea.net
For questions, contact info@mvea.net
We hope to see your work represented in Kansas City this fall!
The American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) is now accepting applications for its Fall 2025 Internship and Graduate Fellowship Programs, both running from August 24 to November 14, 2025.
These prestigious 10–12 week programs are ideal for students passionate about free enterprise, economic liberty, property rights, and sound money.
For college students and recent graduates
🕐 Application Period: February 18 – May 2, 2025
💼 Includes research, policy analysis, and editorial work
💰 Pay: $15/hour + housing, lunch, and travel reimbursement
Interns gain real-world experience and have gone on to roles at institutions like The World Bank, Deloitte, and top academic programs.
For graduate students working on theses or dissertations
🕐 Application Period: February 18 – May 2, 2025
📚 Fellows make substantive progress on research projects
🌐 Work closely with AIER scholars and expand your professional network
Both programs are hosted on AIER’s beautiful campus in Great Barrington, MA, with housing and most meals included.
For questions, contact programs@aier.org.
Don’t miss this chance to engage in meaningful economic research and grow your career!
Texas Woman’s University is hosting the NEW Leadership Texas residential program from June 8-12, 2025, in Denton, Texas, with a day trip to Austin on June 11!
This leadership development program is designed to introduce undergraduate students to politics, encouraging them to become politically active and take on leadership roles in public service.
Program Highlights:
Application Deadline: March 17, 2025 (extensions may be available upon request)
For more details and to apply, check our NEW Leadership TX Flyer, NLTX 2025 Agenda, and visit the NEW Leadership Texas website or contact Laura Santana at cwg@twu.edu.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable political leadership experience—apply today!