Research Assistant - Intern

Description

Job Description:

The Research Assistant position is a paid part-time position at Resolution Economics, primarily for college students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year. No work experience or specific majors are required to apply, but an interest in economics or litigation is certainly a plus.

Research Assistants typically assist with the data management portion of a project. This includes data entry, researching publicly available data sources, and document and video review. Research Assistants also assist with clerical duties such as preparing binders, answering the telephone, stocking supplies, and assisting with the general upkeep of the office.

Research Assistants will gain an understanding of the consulting environment and will learn how the field of economics is used within the legal system. Though it is not a requirement for the position, Research Assistants have the option to learn how to perform statistical analysis in SAS through training modules and mentorship from full-time staff members, if they are interested.

We have an immediate opportunity for a Research Assistant – Intern to join our team on-site in our Chicago, IL office!

Wage Scale

Research Assistants are paid at a base hourly rate of $23.00 for non-overtime work hours, subject to all required deductions and withholdings, and not including the value of benefits under any Resolution Economics-maintained benefit plan. Research Assistants are eligible for overtime pay to the extent provided by applicable federal and state law.

Responsibilities Of This Position May Include

• Database creation
• Data entry
• Video observations
• Creating charts and graphs in Excel
• Internet research
• Clerical work such as filing and answering the front desk telephone
• Assisting with general upkeep of office and stocking supplies
  
  

Job Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Comfortable around PC computers
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Problem solving skills
• Good work ethic
  
  

Resolution Economics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Req Number INT-24-00005

About the Organization With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, the District of Columbia, and Charlotte, Resolution Economics offers a fast paced environment where we utilize analytical and creative problem solving to achieve results that our clients use to support and improve their position. We utilize a project based business model that allows our staff to collaborate within different teams and across a variety of industries.

Our success as a firm is dependent on the success of our staff, which is comprised of talented, determined, and hardworking individuals. To this end, we are committed to providing employees with a stimulating work environment that fosters their professional growth and development.

EOE Statement Resolution Economics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.