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Economist roles at research institutions, federal agencies, and private firms qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in economics, applied mathematics, statistics, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. career in economic analysis and policy.
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Economists at Amazon are expected to work directly with our senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems faced across Amazon.
We are looking for economists who are able to work with business partners to hone complex problems into specific, scientific questions, and test those questions to generate insights. The ideal candidate will work with engineers and scientists to estimate models and algorithms on large scale data, design pilots and measure their impact, and transform successful prototypes into improved policies and programs at scale. We are looking for creative thinkers who can combine a strong technical economic toolbox with a desire to learn from other disciplines, and who know how to execute and deliver on big ideas as part of an interdisciplinary technical team.
Ideal candidates will work closely with business partners to develop science that solves the most important business challenges. They will work in a team setting with individuals from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. Ideal candidates will own the data analysis, modeling, and experimentation that is necessary for estimating and validating models. They will be customer-centric and will communicate scientific approaches and findings to business leaders, listening to and incorporating their feedback, and delivering successful scientific solutions.
Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate with economists, data scientists, financial managers, and business leaders to define product requirements, provide science support, and communicate feedback.
- Implement economics methods to solve specific business problems utilizing code (Python, R, Scala, etc.).
- Improve existing methodologies by developing new data sources, testing model enhancements, and fine-tuning model parameters.
- Present data in a format that is immediately useful to answer the critical business questions.
About the team
The Perfect Order Experience (POE) Econ team serves as POE teams' trusted economics partner, enhancing business strategy and operational effectiveness across POE and Selling Partner Services (SPS) through economic analysis and insights. We focus on advancing POE's goals towards the perfect order experience vision while delivering value to broader teams where strategic alignment exists. Through rigorous analytical frameworks, we help leaders navigate complex business and operational challenges. We embrace AI to revolutionize how we work and amplify our strategic contributions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
- 2+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in implementing modern machine-learning methods (e.g., boosted regression trees, random forests, neural networks)
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R, Stata, Matlab, SAS
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 base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $136,000.00 - $184,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Economists at Amazon are expected to work directly with our senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems faced across Amazon.
We are looking for economists who are able to work with business partners to hone complex problems into specific, scientific questions, and test those questions to generate insights. The ideal candidate will work with engineers and scientists to estimate models and algorithms on large scale data, design pilots and measure their impact, and transform successful prototypes into improved policies and programs at scale. We are looking for creative thinkers who can combine a strong technical economic toolbox with a desire to learn from other disciplines, and who know how to execute and deliver on big ideas as part of an interdisciplinary technical team.
Ideal candidates will work closely with business partners to develop science that solves the most important business challenges. They will work in a team setting with individuals from diverse disciplines and backgrounds. Ideal candidates will own the data analysis, modeling, and experimentation that is necessary for estimating and validating models. They will be customer-centric and will communicate scientific approaches and findings to business leaders, listening to and incorporating their feedback, and delivering successful scientific solutions.
Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate with economists, data scientists, financial managers, and business leaders to define product requirements, provide science support, and communicate feedback.
- Implement economics methods to solve specific business problems utilizing code (Python, R, Scala, etc.).
- Improve existing methodologies by developing new data sources, testing model enhancements, and fine-tuning model parameters.
- Present data in a format that is immediately useful to answer the critical business questions.
About the team
The Perfect Order Experience (POE) Econ team serves as POE teams' trusted economics partner, enhancing business strategy and operational effectiveness across POE and Selling Partner Services (SPS) through economic analysis and insights. We focus on advancing POE's goals towards the perfect order experience vision while delivering value to broader teams where strategic alignment exists. Through rigorous analytical frameworks, we help leaders navigate complex business and operational challenges. We embrace AI to revolutionize how we work and amplify our strategic contributions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
- 2+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in implementing modern machine-learning methods (e.g., boosted regression trees, random forests, neural networks)
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R, Stata, Matlab, SAS
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 base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $136,000.00 - $184,000.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Economist
Confirm your CIP code qualifies
Not every economics degree triggers STEM OPT eligibility. Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program List that USCIS maintains. Applied economics, econometrics, and mathematical economics typically qualify; general liberal arts economics programs sometimes don't.
Build an I-983 training plan early
Economist roles require you to map your daily tasks to your STEM degree in the I-983 training plan. Draft the learning objectives before your offer letter is signed so your DSO can review the plan without delaying your OPT start date.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
Federal agencies, large consulting firms, and most universities are already E-Verify enrolled. For private-sector research shops and think tanks, ask your recruiter to confirm E-Verify status before you progress past the first interview stage, since unenrolled employers can't sponsor STEM OPT.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
STEM OPT employers must pay the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 19-3011 for Economists before you negotiate, so you can verify that any offer meets the DOL wage floor for your geographic area.
Find STEM OPT Economist roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Economist jobs by verified E-Verify enrollment, so every listing you see is eligible to sponsor your STEM OPT extension. Search by location and degree field to surface roles your DSO can approve without back-and-forth employer verification.
Understand cap-gap protection before your extension expires
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. File the I-983 update with your DSO the moment your employer's attorney confirms the petition was accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my economics degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code. Economics degrees classified under STEM fields, such as econometrics, applied economics, or mathematical economics, appear on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List and qualify. A general economics degree from a program not on that list does not qualify. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before you apply for the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to Economist employers?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before you can begin work on a STEM OPT extension. Federal agencies and most large research institutions are already enrolled, but private think tanks, economic consulting boutiques, and nonprofit research centers vary. Ask your HR contact to confirm their E-Verify company ID before you submit your I-983 training plan.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Economist role?
The I-983 requires you to connect your day-to-day work to your STEM degree. For Economists, that means mapping tasks like econometric modeling, data analysis, policy research, or forecasting directly to coursework or skills from your degree program. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must approve it before your extension start date.
How do I find Economist jobs where the employer already sponsors STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Economist positions filtered by verified E-Verify enrollment, so you can focus on employers who are already set up to support your authorization. This saves the back-and-forth of confirming employer eligibility during a live hiring process, which matters when your OPT end date is close.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer files an H-1B for me?
If your employer submits an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically through September 30 of that year. You must remain employed with the same E-Verify enrolled employer throughout the cap-gap period. Notify your DSO immediately once the petition is accepted.