The Returns and Recommerce Economics & Intelligence team advances returns science to maximize efficiency in returns processes while enhancing customer experience. We bring together economists, analysts, and engineers who leverage methodologies including causal inference, structural modeling, machine learning, and data science to deliver actionable insights. Our work spans the entire returns value chain – from understanding customer behavior to optimizing recommerce strategies or warehouse operations.
We are looking for a detail-oriented, organized and responsible Economist intern with a strong background in statistics in addition to a well-furnished causal inference toolkit. The ideal candidate will be proficient in R and/or Python, with experience in data manipulation, statistical modeling, and hypothesis testing. They should be comfortable working with large datasets, conducting rigorous analyses, and communicating findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Roughly 85% of interns from previous cohorts have converted to full time economist employment at Amazon. If you are interested, please apply and send your CV to our mailing list at econ-internship@amazon.com.
PhD student in Economics (enrolled in 3rd year or more and not currently on the job market)- Strong background in Statistics and ML
- Experience working with large data sets
- Knowledge of econometrics
- Familiarity with R / Python
- Experience with SQL
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $55.91/hr in our lowest geographic market up to $96.63/hr in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
