Job Title: SAS Intern

Department: Data Analytics Group

Supervision: Division Director

About Econometrica, Inc.

We are researchers and experts helping our clients make informed decisions using advanced analytics. We tackle challenges with innovative methods, research tools, and strategy to improve the quality of life. Whether examining policies to provide the best patient care, rebuilding housing communities, or analyzing the merits of space exploration, we apply hard work and dedication to each of our projects.

The Opportunity

Econometrica is looking for interns to learn and assist with SAS programming tasks on a range of projects in the healthcare, education, housing, and U.S. Census areas. Participants in thisinternship will have the potential to obtainfull-time employment.

For this position, the candidate will develop and modify SAS code in support of our technical projects. Programming tasks may include the following:

• Import, clean, and analyze data.
• Develop conditional logic.
• Use data steps and PROC SQL to combine and aggregate data.
• Assist with producing reports and deliverable files for clients.
• Perform quality assurance and participate in code reviews of clients' deliverables.
• Create and maintain documentation for generated work products.

Education & Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• At least 2 SAS-related classes or trainings.
• Familiarity with SAS programming environment and syntax.
• Experience using a programming language (SAS, R, Python) for a school project.
• Willingness to learn.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• GPA 3.5 and higher.
• Ability to write basic SAS code.
• Knowledge of data merging techniques using SAS data steps and PROC SQL.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Experience with Python, Tableau, and Power BI.
• Experience in developing visual dashboards.
• Experience with database tools and SQL for data manipulation, aggregation, and validation.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Economics, or similar quantitative field.
• Applicants must be in the last semester of obtaining their bachelor's degree or recent graduates.

Benefits to Working at Econometrica Include:

• Collaborative work environment.
• Being a part of a dynamic research group, which continues to grow.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Organized social activities.

Work Environment

This position is remote, though candidates may choose to work in Econometrica's office.

The office is located in beautiful downtown Bethesda, MD. We are located at a Metro stop within walking distance of great restaurants and local fare. We have a typical office setting with a quiet-to-moderate noise level.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Other instructions and related duties may be assigned by the employee's supervisor.

Econometrica, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and we seek to create an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives.