NERA Research Associate (Summer 2026 Grads) (Multiple Locations) - National African-American Insurance Association (NAAIA) : Job Details

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.

NERA offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, highly competitive compensation and benefits, and skills enhancement training. NERA provides challenging opportunities to those eager to take on many responsibilities and allows you to make significant contributions early in your career.

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. Our clients rely on the integrity and skills of our unparalleled team of economists and other experts backed by the resources and reliability of one of the world's largest economic consultancies.

Job Opportunity

NERA is currently hiring Researchers for many of our offices, including New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC, White Plains (NY), and Chicago. 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.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building quantitative models and applying econometric analysis to economic and financial data
• Valuation analyses
• Reviewing, summarizing, and analyzing industry trends
• Creating trial exhibits and presentation materials
• Writing code for complex data analysis
• Participating in client meetings
• Drafting memos and expert reports

There is little to no travel involved with the position.

Researcher Qualifications

NERA welcomes candidates with a BA or a 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 and must be detail-oriented, have exceptional communication skills, and work well on teams.

What We Offer

The applicable base salary for this role is $90,000-$95,000 per year. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings, and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

How to Apply

Create a personal profile and submit your resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript on the Career section of our website. When submitting your cover letter, please note your location preference.