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Economics (Student Trainee)

Economic Research Service

Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States · Remote · internship · Entry

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 27, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This is a semester-long volunteer opportunity for students to maintain a federal database of food assistance program distribution schedules using public data sources and statistical software. It suits undergraduates or vocational students looking to gain practical experience in research support and data management within a government agency.

Our summary, not Economic Research Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • Enrolled at least half-time in accredited educational institution
  • Good academic standing
  • Experience with statistical software (R, Python, Stata, SAS, or MATLAB)
  • Excel proficiency
  • Internet research and organizational skills

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