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We strive to recruit and develop talented people to work together to produce meaningful economic analysis of exceptional quality, and to create a positive impact on our clients and society.\nOur Competition Practice provides expert economic advice on competition policy, economic and financial regulation, public policy and the assessment of damages in complex disputes.\nWe are looking to hire junior economists to help us to provide advice to our clients on some of the most high-profile cases before the European Commission, the General Court and national competition authorities, regulators and courts.\nWe believe that working in diverse teams, where everybody’s views are considered and respected, helps us to deliver work of the highest standards of quality and integrity.\nAbout the role:\nWe pride ourselves on providing Interns with an opportunity to make a significant impact from day one. As an Intern you will gain extensive hands-on experience of working at an economic consultancy. You will contribute to cases in a variety of ways, working closely with senior staff to understand the issues that face the client, relating those issues to relevant economic theory, and supporting the analysis with solid and persuasive empirical evidence.\nInterns typically join us for 2 to 6 months during, in-between, or shortly after completing their economics degree(s). Please indicate in your cover letter when you would be available to start your internship.\nFor those applying whilst completing their Bachelor's degree, please note that our Intern candidates are usually hired in their final year. We would consider only exceptional second-year students. If you are in your second year and unsuccessful in your application, we would encourage you to apply again next year.\nApplications for this position close on 29th January 2027.\nKey responsibilities:\nAnalysing qualitative and quantitative client data to better understand how competition works in their industry\n\nReviewing literature and contributing to discussions about the theoretical and empirical approach\n\nConducting empirical analysis using Excel and Stata\n\nDrafting reports summarising analysis\n\nParticipating in client meetings and conference calls\n\nSkills/profile sought:\nCurrently undertaking or recently completed Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in economics, ideally with focus on microeconomics, industrial organisation and/or econometrics\n\nHighly analytical\n\nStrong organisational and communication skills\n\nAccuracy and attention to detail\n\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team\n\nBasic Stata or Excel skills\n\nFluent in written and spoken English\n\nBenefits of working at Compass Lexecon:\nCompetitive salary and benefits\n\nA wide variety of interesting and challenging projects\n\nAn international team with a broad range of backgrounds and experience\n\nA blend of professional and academic environments\n\nThe opportunity to work with top law firms, corporations, government bodies and academics\n\nA steep learning curve, coupled with a supportive and collaborative team\n\nThe opportunity to contribute from day one\n\nWhen drafting your application:\nWe ask all applicants to provide their most up to date CV, cover letter and transcripts.\nWe acknowledge that AI is now commonly used for drafting, however we emphasize the importance of personalization to truly reflect your unique experiences. 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