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The job of economist trainee is an entry-level position in bioenergy, in the operations, management, and business career sub-sector. Job seekers with operations, management, and business backgrounds or students studying liberal arts could consider this type of entry-level bioenergy job.
Economist trainees assist senior level specialists in the preparation of methodological research, data analysis, and brief summaries. People in these positions may hold internships or entry-level jobs in bioenergy economics.
Economist Trainee
| Alternate Title(s) | Research Economist Trainee; Assistant Statistician |
| Education & Training Level Description | Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field. |
| Experience | 0–3 years |
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| Job Profile | As the bioenergy industry grows, the sector will need skilled individuals who can estimate the economic effects of specific changes in legislation or public policy. Economists help fill this role, as they monitor important economic trends and can develop financial forecasts of the bioenergy sector. This information provides key insights to investors and bio-based companies. Economists apply their knowledge of theoretical and empirical mathematical modeling to estimate the risks, costs, and impacts of financial market fluctuations and regulatory policy changes. From this they can make projections concerning economic factors related to energy market conditions or energy industry practices. At the entry level, economist trainees assist senior level specialists in the preparation of methodological research, data analysis, and brief summaries. A bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field that includes at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus is recommended. Equivalent experience or training may substitute for degree. Employers also value relevant experience gained through undergraduate capstone research projects, part time employment, internships, or volunteer work. |
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