Intern Economist

The Role

Were looking for an Intern Economist to join Talans Strategy and Energy Consulting team on a structured development-focused placement. You will support project teams with research data analysis and written outputs that help inform client work across energy climate policy and economic analysis. Based across Birmingham and London the team includes policy analysts economists consultants and project managers who work together to support clients through the low-carbon transition.

This internship is designed for someone at the early stage of their career who is interested in economics public policy energy or sustainability and wants to build practical consulting experience. You will have the opportunity to learn how economic evidence is gathered analysed and communicated while contributing to live projects in areas such as hydrogen heat pumps biofuels energy efficiency and other low-carbon technologies.

You will work under the supervision of experienced colleagues and will not be expected to arrive as a finished consultant. The role will give you exposure to practical economic analysis policy research data handling report writing and presentation development with regular guidance and feedback to help you develop your confidence and skills.

The energy industry is undergoing a major transition to decarbonise. This internship will give you an opportunity to understand that transition contribute to meaningful project work and explore whether a career in economics policy or energy consulting is right for you.

What youll gain

• Practical experience contributing to real client projects in energy climate policy and economic analysis
• Exposure to how evidence data and economic thinking are used to inform policy and investment decisions
• Structured support from experienced consultants and economists including coaching feedback and opportunities to develop your analytical writing and consulting skills

Responsibilities

The role will involve supporting varied assignments with industry and government clients. You will help project teams gather evidence analyse data understand policy developments and develop clear outputs. You will work as part of a team and will be supported to take on appropriate responsibilities as your confidence and experience grow.

Supporting Economic Analysis

• Assisting with quantitative analysis such as cost comparisons policy impact analysis scenario analysis and basic economic or financial appraisal
• Gathering cleaning and organising data from public sources client materials and internal analysis to support project work
• Helping compare policy options business models and low-carbon technologies using commercial economic social and environmental criteria
• Supporting the development of spreadsheets calculations charts and evidence packs with guidance from project colleagues

Research Communication and Project Support

• Carrying out desk research and summarising findings clearly for project teams
• Helping translate data and evidence into clear messages charts written reports and PowerPoint slides
• Contributing to evidence bases and logical arguments that support policy strategy and investment recommendations
• Building confidence in communicating complex topics in plain English to colleagues and where appropriate clients

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits package

3-months fixed term contract

Qualifications :

Requirements

The role is ideally suited to someone currently studying for or recently completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in economics finance public policy environmental policy data science or another numerate subject. We are looking for someone who is curious comfortable working with numbers keen to learn and able to communicate clearly. Previous consulting experience is not required.

Essential

• Currently studying for or recently completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Economics Finance Public Policy Environmental Policy Data Science or another numerate subject
• Good numerical and analytical skills with an interest in applying them to real-world policy energy or sustainability questions
• Clear written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain research or analysis in a structured and accessible way
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team ask questions and respond positively to feedback
• Confidence using data and spreadsheets with a willingness to develop modelling and analytical skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Interest in UK politics public policy energy climate change or sustainability
• Relevant university modules dissertation work volunteering internship experience or part-time work connected to economics policy data energy or the environment
• Experience working with others to deliver a project presentation research task or analytical assignment
• Experience using Excel for analysis charts or simple modelling
• Exposure to Python R Power BI or other analytical tools
• Experience completing data analysis statistics or econometrics as part of academic study or previous work experience

Upon employment employees should also have a sound awareness of the Companys Information Quality Environmental and Energy Management Systems.

Additional Information :

Diversity Equity and Inclusion commitments
Our commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth. As a socially responsible leader Talan continually invests in sustainable growth addressing both social and environmental challenges. We achieve this while preserving our core values and ensuring operational excellence for our clients. This commitment to excellence extends across all aspects of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

For the past three years through our 360 approach to social and environmental responsibility we have been driving significant change and strengthening these principles within our corporate DNA. The solid foundations weve been building since 2021 are enabling our organisation to transform in a sustainable and positive manner.

Disability Inclusion
We recognise that the diversity of legislative and cultural frameworks for supporting individuals with disabilities requires the implementation of specific policies and a unique approach in each country where the Group operates. Talan is committed to strengthening its involvement in promoting the inclusion of people with disabilities by implementing dedicated support systems and raising awareness among our teams on these issues.

WHAT WE OFFER
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Reward and recognition schemes
Flexible working
Private Bupa healthcare (subsidised)
Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary)
Matched pension contributions
Season Ticket Loan
Cycle to work scheme
Buy and Sell annual leave
Reimbursement of eye test and up to 50 towards glasses or contacts
Corporate gym rates
Employee Assistance Programm
Summer and Christmas parties along with monthly

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time