The Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe Section (REFCE) of the Oesterreichische Nationalbank (OeNB) monitors and analyzes macroeconomic, monetary and financial developments in Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe (CESEE). Drawing on our country-specific expertise, we conduct cross-country comparisons, focusing particularly on economic convergence, monetary policy and financial stability.

The REFCE offers students a six-month (full time or at least 30 hrs a week)

Internship in micro-economic analysis (OeNB Euro Survey)

Your tasks

• Research assistance for empirical research projects
• Compiling and analyzing data
• Assisting in the OeNB Euro Survey, an annual survey of individuals in ten CESEE countries
• Supporting the team in other tasks (creating spreadsheets and presentations, researching literature, organization of workshops and seminars)

Your Background

• Student of economics or social sciences or similar fields (advanced Bachelor or Master student)
• Active interest in current economic policy issues and in providing survey datasets
• Basic knowledge of statistical and quantitative methods
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data analysis programs like Stata or R
• Ability to work independently and diligently
• Excellent written and oral command of English
• Knowledge of or experience with micro datasets and / or survey data is an advantage
• Good command of German is an advantage

What we offer

• Challenging tasks in a Eurosystem context
• Exciting insights into the work of a central bank
• A friendly and open work environment
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• A gross monthly salary of EUR 1.999,- based on full-time employment

We look forward to receiving your application including a letter of motivation. To further enhance diversity, the OeNB particularly encourages applications from female candidates. In case of equal merit, preference will be given to female applicants. Applications from candidates with disabilities are expressly encouraged. If you have any questions regarding the internship or application process, please feel free to contact Anna Schalli, MSc (+43 676 6042138).