Assistant Analyst - Multiple Positions

About the position

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is seeking Assistant Analysts for various divisions to provide economic, policy, and budget analysis to Congress. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals looking to gain substantive work experience before pursuing further studies in economics, public policy, law, or related analytical fields. The role is limited to three years and is not open to those who have or are completing a master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide research assistance to various divisions.
• Conduct statistical analyses and literature reviews.
• Help maintain databases and perform quality assurance reviews.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or current permanent resident seeking citizenship.
• A bachelor's degree by June 2025.
• Strong academic background in economics, mathematics, statistics, finance, computer science, policy analysis, or a related field with economics coursework.
• For positions in the Office of General Counsel, a background in political science, legal studies, law, criminal justice, or a related field is required.
• Strong quantitative skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Desire to work on issues of current interest to Congress.
• Experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency with at least one statistical software package or programming language (e.g., Python, Stata, R, EViews, or SAS) is required for some positions.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Transit Subsidies
• Annual/Sick Leave
• Holidays