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Nov 23, 2024
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2021-2022 Hill Book (Class of 2025) [ARCHIVED HILL BOOK]
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ECO 475 - Internship in Economic ResearchThree Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Students gain practical experience at a business, government or not-for profit organization (sponsor) under the supervision of both a faculty member and the sponsor. The field of study and sponsoring organization is specific to the student’s interest. In the past, students have worked in a wide variety of fields, including brokerage firms, state and local government agencies, private banks, consulting organizations and policy research institutes. The student’s main academic requirement is to successfully complete a detailed analytical paper applying economic theory and quantitative techniques to a topic relevant to their internship, as agreed on with the faculty member.
Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Minimum 3.0 GPA and permission of the Internship Coordinator and Department Chairperson. Must complete the “U.S. Internship Request for Approval” process found under the myPlans tab in myHill to register for this Internship.
Note: An Intern will typically spend at least 8-10 hours/week for a minimum of 112 hours on site to earn 3 credits.
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