(2026 Bachelor's / Master's graduates) Economics Consulting Analyst / Associate

If your background is in Economics, Business, Finance, Financial Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or any other major focused on quantitative research , learn more about CRA!

About Charles River Associates

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.

Practices seeking to hire candidates with this profile include (hiring locations listed) :

• Antitrust & Competition (Boston, Chicago, Oakland, Salt Lake City, Washington, DC)

Our Competition practice economists provide analysis and testimony in matters involving mergers and acquisitions, antitrust litigation, and global competition policy.

The Energy team provides expert witness services for civil litigation, international arbitration, and regulatory proceedings, much of it in the electricity and gas markets.

Our Finance experts work on valuation issues (shareholder class actions and other corporate valuation disputes), as well as matters focused on the functioning of financial markets and institutions (alleged market manipulation and insider trading).

The Financial Economics group provides analytical expertise and advisory services in financial economics and consumer credit markets to financial institutions, legal teams, and regulators.

Our Labor & Employment group provide in-depth analysis, expert reports, testimony, and advisory services to clients involved in complex labor and employment issues such as wage and hour litigation and pay equity disputes.

Learn more about our work by reviewing our Services and Industries on our website.

Position Overview

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Desired Qualifications

To Apply

To be considered for a position in the United States , we require the following :

If you are interested in applying for one of our international locations , please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs.

Please also note that candidate resume review will commence August 15, and continue on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

Career Growth and Benefits

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Wage range considers several factors including but not limited to experience, education level, and expertise. A good-faith estimate of the base wage range for this role is $91,000 - $95,000; actual total compensation may also include benefits and bonus.

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