Data science techniques, Machine learning techniques, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Python Programming, R Programming, SQL
Compass Lexecon is recruiting an Intern to join the Data Science team (part of the broader Research Team). Data is a core part of every project at Compass Lexecon and turning that data into compelling empirical analysis is fundamental to what we do. With increasing amounts of data being generated and made available, there are exciting opportunities to apply tools from data science, machine learning, and data engineering to the challenging policy and competition questions that arise in our work. Some examples of the work the team has done so far include:
The team aims to (a) advance our thought leadership in the industry by introducing new tools and techniques to address challenges encountered in economic consulting, bringing Compass Lexecon to the forefront of data analytics, and (b) broaden and deepen all Compass Lexecon economists’ specialist skillsets to offer our clients the most effective, creative and cutting-edge analysis and advice. In doing so, we aim to push the frontier of how data is used to shape markets in some of the world’s most important industries.
Interns join us whilst in their final year of Bachelor or Master’s degree for 2 to 6 months. Please indicate in your cover letter when you would be available to start your internship and your preferred duration. You will be based in either Berlin, Brussels, Dusseldorf, London, Madrid, Milan or Paris and work closely with other data scientists located across our European offices.
The role:
Working on client-facing projects, you will apply data science tools to solve real-world competition and regulatory challenges faced by businesses. Each project is different – one week you may be helping to solve a difficult data engineering challenge, the next you may be working on causal statistical models.
Contributing to cutting-edge research projects, you will be helping develop Compass Lexecon’s thought leadership in the application of advanced analytics to competition and finance cases.
You should apply if you are:
We 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.
Benefits of working at Compass Lexecon:
Compass Lexecon is a global economic consulting firm with headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. It provides analysis of economic issues for use in legal and regulatory proceedings, strategic decisions, and public policy debates.