About the role#
This internship with the Forest Economics and Research team at JPMorgan Natural Capital provides hands-on experience in economic research and data-driven decision-making. You will work alongside industry professionals to support timberland investment strategies and business initiatives. This is a full-time, fixed-term position lasting up to 10 weeks, beginning in June 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support economic research projects focused on timberland investments, natural resource assets, and forest products markets.
- Analyze financial and market data to inform investment decisions and strategic planning.
- Build and maintain datasets, analytical tools, and economic models for research.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and research methodologies.
- Present findings through reports, visualizations, and presentations.
- Monitor commodity markets, economic indicators, and industry trends.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to learn about acquisitions, ESG initiatives, and portfolio management.
- Manage project timelines and provide status updates to internship leadership.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD in Forest Economics, Applied Economics, Forest Management, Natural Resource Economics, or a related field.
- A Bachelor's degree in Forest Management, Economics, Business Administration, Natural Resources, or Environmental Economics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting complex datasets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written, verbal, and visual formats.
- Interest in timberland investments, carbon markets, forest finance, or environmental markets.
- Experience with data analysis tools such as SQL, R, or Python is preferred.
- Familiarity with AI-powered productivity and research tools.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Portland, Oregon.
- Schedule: Full-time, starting June 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Note: This role does not offer sponsorship or relocation assistance.
About JPMorganChase
JPMorganChase is a financial services firm based in New York City. It operates in 100 markets and serves millions of customers, including corporate, institutional, and government clients. The company manages assets and investments while providing banking solutions and business advice. It traces its history to 1799 and was established in its current form in 2000. The firm employs over 235,000 people.
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