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Job Description Together, we’re building a vibrant economy here in Colorado. For 157 years, we’ve helped take metro Denver to new heights – our bustling downtown, world‑class airport, and light rail system. Everything we’re doing now helps ensure our region will accomplish even more in the future. A vibrant economy takes strong businesses, and we’re all about ensuring you have what you need to thrive: a business‑friendly environment, a talented and skilled workforce, and a forum for connecting and collaborating with others. We advance what’s best for businesses and employees so the region and economy can continue to soar. We are on our way to becoming an even better place for doing business. We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Economic Research Intern to support our research team. This position offers hands‑on experience in economic data analysis and industry research. The intern will work on key projects that inform regional economic strategies and promote economic development efforts. Job Purpose Economic Research Department provides data‑driven insights to guide public and private sector decision‑making. The intern will support the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) in collecting, analyzing, and reporting economic information for the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. Responsibilities Data Collection and Analysis: Gather, clean, and analyze economic, labor‑market, and industry‑specific data from public and proprietary sources. Maintain and update internal economic databases. Research and Reporting: Conduct literature reviews and background research on economic development trends, policies, and market conditions. Draft concise research summaries and data visualizations for internal use and external reports. Project Support: Assist in ongoing projects, including industry cluster studies, small area economic analysis, and market studies. Support the development of presentations and reports for stakeholders and public audiences. Collaboration: Collaborate with team members across departments to deliver accurate and timely research. Participate in internal meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions. Desired Qualifications Current undergraduate or graduate student in economics, public policy, business, data science, or a related field. Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret and visualize complex data. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Interest in regional economic development and economic research. Learning Outcomes Gain practical experience in economic research methodologies and data analysis. Develop skills in preparing professional reports and presentations for diverse audiences. Build a portfolio of research deliverables to showcase for future employment opportunities. The Chamber and its affiliates are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. Employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a parent, marital status, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, political affiliation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Because of our commitment to fair, and equitable pay, we are guided by pay transparency. We set salary ranges based on competitive market data. Our intent is to be up front with all candidates about the salary range for their role so they can be confident that they are receiving competitive wages. Salary Range $20 - $23 per hour Expected Hours 20-25 hours per week Anticipated close date for posting: 10/23/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr Denver Metro Chamber Of Commerce

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