Research Analyst Intern (Summer 2023 )

Research Analyst Intern (Summer 2023 )

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The Summer 2023 Research Analyst Intern at Lightcast works with the Applied Research team to produce innovative research, consulting reports, datasets, data models, and visualizations that answer our clients’ most pressing problems about the future of work. A successful candidate will bring a passion for finding creative ways to apply data to solve client problems by developing and bringing to market actionable insights.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Support client projects by performing quantitative analysis using Lightcast’s world-class workforce data and other data sources to research, model, and recommend workforce solutions for global employers.
    • Generate custom datasets, reports, and visualizations that solve clients’ most pressing workforce challenges.
    • Communicate key insights and recommendations to clients and consult clients on how to use data to make data-driven decisions.
    • Develop innovative analytical models and document the methodology and findings in a manner accessible to a variety of audiences.
    • Contribute to positive team culture by participating in team-building activities and being a supportive and empathetic colleague.

Essential Functions, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in economics, public administration, business, data science, community planning, public policy, or related field
    • Strong analytical and technical skills and demonstrated ability to apply economic theory or statistical techniques
    • Ability to write about and explain complex concepts in simple, concrete terms
    • Ability to meet milestones while juggling multiple responsibilities
    • Ability to work independently, while learning from members of the team
    • Keen business development sense and strong client relationship skills
    • Strong proficiency with MS office (particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and SQL, Python, or related applications is required. Experience with Tableau is ideal.
About Lightcast
Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with headquarters in Moscow (ID) and Boston (MA) and offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India.  We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities. 

Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
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