EDE+ Summer Research Fellow - Michael Greenstone

The Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC) invites applications from Expanding Discovery in Economics+ program for the Summer 2026 Research Fellowship. EPIC is contributing innovative solutions to the Global Energy Challenge: how can we ensure that people around the world, today and in the future, have access to the reliable, affordable energy needed for human development without putting our health, environment and climate at risk? Previous results from EPIC projects have been influential with policymakers worldwide and featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and other leading publications. Typical research projects involve the analysis of environmental and energy data from the United States, India, China, and other countries, utilizing experimental, quasi-experimental, and modeling methods.

Successful candidates will report to Michael Greenstone, Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago, founding director of the University's Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth and the director of the interdisciplinary Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago.

Responsibilities for this role span all stages of research, including:

• Managing projects
• Collecting and analyzing data
• Creating presentations
• Editing manuscripts

Applicants must be current undergraduates or those graduating in Spring 2026 and have a strong interest in economic research. This role is only open to EDE+ alumni. A demonstrated interest in energy and environmental economics is encouraged but not required. EPIC reviews candidates holistically and encourages candidates to apply even if they do not have extensive past experience with programming or empirical research. The goal of the program is to develop the intern's skills as a researcher. Interns will be mentored by current Pre-Doctoral Fellows and gain skills in programming and empirical analysis.

The ideal candidate would work in the EPIC office for around ten weeks during Summer 2026. This position will be fully in person at the University of Chicago and offers a competitive stipend. We encourage candidates to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Questions and inquiries about the summer fellowship should be directed to [email protected]