The Consumer Electronics Association has an exciting opportunity for an Economics Analyst Intern. This position is primarily responsible for assisting staff in researching a wide range of macroeconomic, microeconomic and international issues; along with providing assistance in making charts and analyzing data.

Critical Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist in identifying and creating new datasets and developing new research
• Assist in providing quantitative analysis for public policy objectives
• Assist in creating forecasts of domestic and global economic variables
• Assist in the analysis of consumer research findings using advanced economic techniques
• Assist other team within CEA's market research department as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Experience:
Previous experience as a research assistant is desirable, but not required.

Education/Training:
• The ideal candidate should have completed or be working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in economics or other related field
• Familiarity with STATA or willingness to learn STATA
• Familiarity with economic literature a plus
• Self-starter that can work independently, complete projects with little supervision, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills

Additional Information:
• Duration of this internship is from June through August 2008
• This position requires a minimum 35 hour work week and has a pay rate of $14.00/hr.

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,200 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer Channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $161 billion in annual sales. CEA also produces and manages the International CES – the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow held in Las Vegas each January. 

CEA was voted as one of the top 50 companies to work for by the Washingtonian Magazine. CEA offers unique and excellent benefits including leading edge PPO health insurance, six percent match on 401k, pension plan, 10 percent incentive bonuses, 35 hour work week, onsite bootcamp, yoga, weight training, excellent training programs, and much more.  Learn more about our unique employee culture at www.CE.org

To apply for this position please email cover letter and resume to ceajobs@CE.org.