Economist (Seasonal/Summer)
Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA
Full-time
Immediate Start
Job Type
Temporary
Description
ProVets is seeking an Economist to support potential and current government clients for a short-term project. This position has the potential to convert to regular full-time employment. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate student seeking practical experience during the summer months or for an individual working in academia who is looking for an exciting project during the summer months. **This position is fully remote**
- Job Responsibilities'
- Applies economic and financial principles to calculate benefit-cost analysis (BCA), net present value (NPV) and benefit-cost ratio (BCR).
- Conducts reviews of benefit-cost analysis (BCA) for large capital and infrastructure projects submitted by applicants seeking competitive grant opportunities from federal agencies.
- Serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert in BCA to re-calculate NPV and BCR of applicant infrastructure projects where grant applicants failed to use the appropriate assumptions or financial parameters.
- Utilizes principles and guidance described in Office of Management and Budget Circulars A-4 and A-94 to BCAs for infrastructure projects.
- Communicates BCA results to non-technical audiences so that grant applications can be ranked and prioritized.
- Works collaboratively with other economists on the team. Requirements
- Qualifications
- Minimum Education: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Economics
- Minimum Experience: 3 to 5 years' experience in conducting BCAs for large capital and infrastructure projects. Work Hours and Expectations
- Consistent, full-time work expected throughout an eight-hour day in a focused and fast-paced environment
- Client contacts in various US time zones may require flexible work hours during the day to meet needs and complete assignments Additional Information
- ProVets is an equal opportunity employer
- Pay is commensurate with experience
Salary Description
$40.00 - $48.00 per hour