General Motors Economics Intern

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    Company: General Motors LLC Title: 2027 Summer Intern - General Motors Economics Intern Location: Warren, Michigan, United States of America, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Full time Sidebar Info: We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about: Our Company Our Culture How we hire Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility. Explore our global locations

    Job Description: Job DescriptionThe RoleAs a General Motors Economics Summer Intern, you will support strategic decision-making by analyzing the global macroeconomy, United States and international automotive markets, and key public policy developments.You will apply your economics training and coding skills to support economic modeling, develop digital tools for internal business partners, and prepare written analysis that translates complex data into clear insights for decision-makers. This is a hands-on, learning-focused opportunity for a graduate student seeking to deepen their understanding of applied macroeconomics and gain experience on an in-house economics team.The TeamThe General Motors Economics team is part of Global Planning and Customer Research. The team supports senior leaders across the company through data-driven analysis of the global economy and automotive industry.The team conducts applied economic research, develops industry forecasts, and analyzes public policy topics to inform General Motors’ business strategy, public policy engagement, and external communications. This internship offers the opportunity to learn applied economics in a real-world setting while working with the Chief Economist and other members of the economics team.What You’ll DoDuring the internship, you will:Support analysis of topics such as global and United States economic growth, inflation, labor markets, and household balance sheets.Analyze the outlook for the North American and global automotive industries.Evaluate the potential effects of public policy changes on General Motors, the automotive industry, and customers.Draft concise briefing materials that communicate key economic insights to nontechnical audiences across business units.Help build digital tools that automate the distribution of analysis on key economic indicators and automotive industry metrics.Learning OutcomesBy the end of the internship, you will:Gain practical experience applying macroeconomic theory and econometrics to real-world questions facing a global automaker.Deepen your understanding of how economic conditions and public policies shape the automotive industry and manufacturing in the United States and abroad.Strengthen your coding skills in R, Python, Stata, or similar tools, including documentation and reproducible analysis practices in a business setting.Develop experience responsibly applying artificial intelligence tools in a corporate economics environment.Learn to translate technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders and non-economist audiences.Build experience working in a cross-functional corporate environment.Required QualificationsAvailable to work full-time, 40 hours per week, during the 12 week Summer 2027 internship.Currently pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in economics or a closely related field, with rigorous training in macroeconomics and econometrics.Master student must be graduating between December 2027 - June 2029.PhD student must be graduating between December 2027 -2033.Experience using at least one of the following programming languages or tools for data analysis: R, Python, or Stata.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate clearly and tailor messages to different audiences.Interest in the automotive industry, manufacturing, or industrial policy.Commitment to learning, openness to feedback, and a collaborative, low-ego approach to teamwork.Preferred QualificationsExperience using EViews, MATLAB, or similar economic and statistical tools.Familiarity with economic forecasting, applied macroeconomics, econometrics, or automotive industry analysis.Experience developing data visualizations, automated reporting, or digital tools for business users.Interest in the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools in a corporate economics setting.Ability to translate technical analysis into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders and nontechnical audiences.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as finance, vehicle forecasting, public policy, or international markets.Start Date  Start dates for our 12 week, Summer 2027 internships are May 24th and June 14th of 2027   Work ArrangementHybrid: This role follows a hybrid work arrangement. The successful candidate is expected to report in person at least three days per week to either the Warren Technical Center in Warren, Michigan, or the General Motors Public Policy Office in Washington, D.C.GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program - to help facilitate administration of relocation benefits, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.      GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)      About GMOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.Benefits OverviewFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.AccommodationsGeneral Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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