PhD Economics Intern – Structural IO, Summer 2027

Amazon is hiring a PhD Economics Intern – Structural IO, Summer 2027 in Seattle, United States. It pays $123k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Level.

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PhD Economics Intern applying structural econometric methods and large-scale datasets to business challenges and pricing strategies.

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Amazon Economics is seeking Structural IO Economist (STRUC) Interns who are passionate about applying structural econometric methods to solve real-world business challenges. STRUC economists specialize in the econometric analysis of models that involve the estimation of fundamental preferences and strategic effects. In this full-time internship (40 hours per week, with hourly compensation), you'll work with large-scale datasets to model strategic decision-making and inform business optimization, gaining hands-on experience that's directly applicable to dissertation writing and future career placement.

By applying to this role, you are automatically being considered for all our available STRUC internships in 2027.

Key job responsibilities
As a STRUC Economist Intern, you'll specialize in structural econometric analysis to estimate fundamental preferences and strategic effects in complex business environments. Your responsibilities include:
- Analyze large-scale datasets using structural econometric techniques to solve complex business challenges
- Applying discrete choice models and methods, including logistic regression family models (such as BLP, nested logit) and models with alternative distributional assumptions
- Utilizing advanced structural methods including dynamic models of customer or firm decisions over time, applied game theory (entry and exit of firms), auction models, and labor market models
- Building datasets and performing data analysis at scale
- Collaborating with economists, scientists, and business leaders to develop data-driven insights and strategic recommendations
- Tackling diverse challenges including pricing analysis, competition modeling, strategic behavior estimation, contract design, and marketing strategy optimization
- Helping business partners formalize and estimate business objectives to drive optimal decision-making and customer value
- Build and refine comprehensive datasets for in-depth structural economic analysis
- Present complex analytical findings to business leaders and stakeholders

Basic qualifications

- 3rd year or greater PhD student in Economics or related field

Preferred qualifications

- Knowledge of data analysis languages (e.g., R, Stata, Python, etc.) or other statistical software

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

Arlington, VA, USA - 122,740.00 USD Annually
Bellevue, WA, USA - 122,740.00 USD Annually
New York City, NY, USA - 134,980.00 USD Annually
Seattle, WA, USA - 122,740.00 USD Annually

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PhD Economics Intern – Structural IO, Summer 2027 is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $123k a year.
The role is based in US, WA, Seattle.
The job was posted on September 29, 2026.
Seniority: intern.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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