Graduate Analyst, Economics + Public Policy - Networking Event AECOM - Chicago at AECOM Ch

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Graduate Analyst, Economics + Public Policy - Networking Event with AECOM – Chicago

AECOM is hosting an exclusive invitation-only hiring event in Chicago, IL on November 20-21. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2026.

The event kicks off on Thursday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Friday, interviews will take place at our Chicago office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

If you’re a college student majoring in a field indicated below and graduating in December 2025 or Spring 2026
, we'd love to hear from you!

AECOM is seeking a Graduate Analyst, Economics + Public Policy to be based in Chicago, IL. This position is expected to begin in May 2026.

The AECOM Advisory practice helps clients evaluate and make decisions about feasibility, financial requirements, social impact, risk, and prospects for success. We pull ideas into focus and sharpen the boundaries of a preliminary plan or concept. The practice has three core focus areas:
Sustainable Economics, Economic Development & Urban Policy, and Real Estate Advisory.

Collaborating with other disciplines, our team develops strategies that respond to the market, attract financing, and enable implementation. We address challenges through clear communication, creative thinking, and structured, impartial analysis. Our global experience and comprehensive, integrated approach help us understand how multiple factors influence value and feasibility.

The Graduate Analyst will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to do discrete technical tasks, including developing and implementing quantitative analytical approaches; conducting data analysis, economic and financial modeling, literature reviews, and stakeholder interviews; developing graphics and presentations to communicate key findings; and writing sections of client deliverables and proposals.

• Research local and regional economic issues and provide consultation regarding the development of dynamic regional and local economies, as well as urban and rural regeneration.
• Propose solutions to issues such as labor markets, education and skills, deprivation and social inclusion, inward investment, and business development.
• May draft and prepare reports based on project outcomes.
• Maintain a strong academic record, reflecting strong technical skills and high quality/standards of work when staffed on a wide range of projects and tasks.
• Work under the direction of more experienced staff and managers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Finance, Business, Real Estate, Environmental Science, Climate and Sustainability, or a related field.

• Master’s degree in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Finance, Business, Real Estate, Environmental Science, Climate and Sustainability, or a related field.
• Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses related to economic and community development, equity, housing, public health, public finance, and/or resilience.
• Experience leading discrete technical tasks, presenting and developing content for client deliverables and proposals, interviewing project stakeholders, and presenting professional work at meetings.
• Experience building cashflow models in Excel for real estate development projects.
• Ability to think critically, analyze policy and regulations, and write effectively.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong technical skills, including experience with one or more of the following software packages:
  • ArcGIS and other spatial analysis tools
  • Quantitative/statistical programs such as R, Python
  • Data and analysis visualization tools
  • Data sources such as Costar, EMSI, ESRI Business Analyst, BLS
  • Economic impact modeling tools such as RIMS II, IMPLAN, REMI

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for U.S. work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of employees. Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.