The Brattle Group is looking for a Research Analyst Intern – Competition, to work from our Rome office.
ABOUT THE BRATTLE GROUP AND ECONOMIC CONSULTING
The Brattle Group is a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm. We provide expert analysis and testimony in legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy. Our teams apply economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and provide strategic insights for our clients. At The Brattle Group, we bridge the gap between economic theory and real-world application, helping clients make informed decisions in areas such as corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics.
WHAT IS ECONOMIC CONSULTING?
Economic consulting involves using economic theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges. Consultants work on high-stakes projects, providing expert testimony and strategic advice to law firms, corporations, and government agencies. Our work influences major decisions and outcomes in legal cases and business strategies worldwide.
RESEARCH ANALYST INTERN – COMPETITION
We are seeking an intellectually curious team player with strong quantitative and analytical skills to join our Rome office as a Research Analyst Intern for a fixed-term contract (FTC) of initially 3 months. This internship will support our Competition practice, where you will collaborate closely with senior consulting staff and leading industry experts on high-profile cases.
About the Role
As a Research Analyst Intern, you will play an integral role in project teams, contributing to complex economic and financial analyses related to competition matters. You will gain hands-on experience in economic consulting and develop practical skills in data analysis, modelling, and research.
Typical Responsibilities
- Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other client deliverables.
- Conducting quantitative and qualitative research to support expert analysis in competition cases.
- Applying economic modelling techniques to address real-world challenges.
- Using software (such as Stata, R, Python, or Excel) to analyse datasets and extract meaningful insights.
- Reviewing and summarising academic literature and industry trends to contextualise findings.
WHY BRATTLE?
- Gain hands-on experience in economic consulting with exposure to competition cases.
- Work in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment alongside experts in the field.
- Benefit from ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Be part of a diverse and dynamic team within a globally recognised firm.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Will have completed a master’s degree in economics or a quantitative discipline with strong academic performance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data.
- Basic experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Stata, R, or Python
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Italian (fluency in another European language is a plus).
- A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
THE PROCESS
Please submit the following materials through the link below:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Transcript(s) (unofficial copies accepted)
THE EMPLOYER
The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has 500 talented professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. For more information, please visit brattle.com.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, domestic partner status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or HIV status (AIDS/HIV status), genetic information, sexual orientation, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, drug or alcohol abuse or alcoholism, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
We encourage all applicants to click here to review our full Equal Employer Opportunity Statement.
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What We Do
The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has over 500 talented professionals across three continents. For more information, please visit brattle.com
