NERA
NERA Research Associate (Summer 2026 Grads) (Multiple Locations)
NERA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
NERA Research Associate (Summer 2026 Grads) (Multiple Locations)
Since 1961, NERA has provided unparalleled guidance on the most important market, legal, and regulatory questions of the day. Our work has shaped industries and policy around the world. Our field‑leading experts and deep experience allow us to provide rigorous analysis, reliable expert testimony, and data‑powered policy recommendations for the world’s leading law firms and corporations as well as regulators and governments.
Why NERA?
NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state‑of‑the‑art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to deliver unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. NERA offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, highly competitive compensation and benefits, and skills enhancement training.
We’re looking for candidates who have demonstrated success through academic and professional achievements in economics, finance, or related fields such as accounting, statistics, and computer science. Individuals should enjoy solving analytical and empirical problems and have exceptional creative and critical thinking skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
Design and build quantitative models and apply econometric analysis to economic and financial data.
Conduct valuation analyses.
Review, summarize, and analyze industry trends.
Create trial exhibits and presentation materials.
Write code for complex data analysis.
Participate in client meetings.
Draft memos and expert reports.
Qualifications NERA welcomes candidates with a BA or BS in any major, or a Master’s Degree, graduating by Summer 2026, to apply. As a qualified candidate you should be able to demonstrate exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, be detail‑oriented, have exceptional communication skills, and work well on teams. Strong coursework and/or experience in finance, economics, accounting, statistical analysis/econometrics, and computer programming are all desirable.
How to Apply Create a personal profile and submit your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript on the Careers section of our website (http://www.nera.com/). When submitting your cover letter, please note your location preferences.
Base salary: $90,000–$95,000 per year. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives. We offer a competitive total rewards package including health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) savings, and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
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Why NERA?
NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state‑of‑the‑art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to deliver unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. NERA offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, highly competitive compensation and benefits, and skills enhancement training.
We’re looking for candidates who have demonstrated success through academic and professional achievements in economics, finance, or related fields such as accounting, statistics, and computer science. Individuals should enjoy solving analytical and empirical problems and have exceptional creative and critical thinking skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
Design and build quantitative models and apply econometric analysis to economic and financial data.
Conduct valuation analyses.
Review, summarize, and analyze industry trends.
Create trial exhibits and presentation materials.
Write code for complex data analysis.
Participate in client meetings.
Draft memos and expert reports.
Qualifications NERA welcomes candidates with a BA or BS in any major, or a Master’s Degree, graduating by Summer 2026, to apply. As a qualified candidate you should be able to demonstrate exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, be detail‑oriented, have exceptional communication skills, and work well on teams. Strong coursework and/or experience in finance, economics, accounting, statistical analysis/econometrics, and computer programming are all desirable.
How to Apply Create a personal profile and submit your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript on the Careers section of our website (http://www.nera.com/). When submitting your cover letter, please note your location preferences.
Base salary: $90,000–$95,000 per year. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives. We offer a competitive total rewards package including health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) savings, and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
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