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ERS (Economic Research Service) Summer 2012 Intern Positions
Economist/Economics Assistant: Vacancy Announcement: ERS-0100
An excellent opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to gain valuable research experience and become
familiar with ERS models and data sets. These positions require individuals with a solid foundation in economic theory
and strong quantitative skills; experience with data collection, econometric analysis, data base management and/or
mathematical programming; and good communications skills. Interns participate in a wide variety of research projects
involving agriculture and environment, agricultural and trade policy, food safety, diet and nutrition, consumer economics,
and rural development.
Preferred Qualifications:
 Junior or senior economics majors
 Graduate student in economics
Minimum Qualification:
 One economics course
Location:
 355 E Street, SW • Washington, DC 20024-3221
Salary:
 Based on education and experience, approximately $14/hr. for 1 year of college to $30/hr. for Ph.D. candidates
You Must Be:
 A United States citizen or meet the criteria in the current appropriations law. See information at
http://www.usajobs.gov/Resource Center/Index/Interactive/NonCitizensEmployment#icc
 Currently enrolled in a college or university and will be continuing in the fall semester
Position Information:
 Appointment: Temporary
 Job Status: Full-Time
 Summer positions may work from May 1 to September 30, 2012
For Subm itting App lications By: E-mail, Fax, Fedex, or Ups to:
 Loretta T. Miller
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service
355 E Street, SW • Rm 7s-69 • Washington, DC 20024-3221
Fax: (202) 245.5604 • Email: erssummerinterns@ers.usda.gov
App lications Must Be Received By Cob, March 2, 2012
For more information, visit ERS website: http://www.ers.usda.gov