2026 UK Placement Programme (London / Belfast)

Job description

OverviewOxford Economics is the world's foremost independent economic advisory firm. We have a fantastic opportunity for hard‐working economics/finance students to join our team in the United Kingdom on a one‐year industrial placement.

Positions are available on the following teams: Macro Forecasting & Analysis, Cities & Regions, Global Industry, Scenarios & Macro Modelling, Data Team, Macro Consulting, Economic Impact, Economic Footprint & Sustainability, and Tourism Economics.

Department & LocationDepartment: Placement Programme. Location: London, UK.

The ProgrammeSuccessful candidates will gain experience within areas related to their degree subject. They will work closely with an experienced team of economists and take on responsibility for analysis, country forecasting and econometrics. By joining our teams, students will achieve an in-depth practical knowledge related to their degree subject.

Macro Forecasting & Analysis (London)Using the Oxford Economics Global Economic Model, the macro forecasting and analysis team produces forecasts for GDP, inflation, interest rates and hundreds of other indicators for more than 200 countries, updated twice a month. The team also produces written analysis on the implications of the latest economic data and policy news, and in‐depth research on the critical issues that will shape the performance of economies and financial markets. Positions are available within the Macro Strategy and Emerging Markets, Real Estate, and Eurozone teams. Candidates should be interested in macroeconomics, quantitative analysis and financial markets.

Cities & Regions (London & Belfast)National‐level economic analysis provides only a partial guide to the dynamics unfolding in the world's major urban centres. Our suite of forecasting services covers over 8,000 cities and regions. City consultants work on urban and regional development, bespoke model building and location benchmarking. As a placement student, you will assist in producing these regional forecasts, support economists in improving service quality, contribute to written reports and explore novel approaches to data estimation, such as using satellite imagery. You will develop technical skills in MS Office, EViews and QGIS.

Global Industry (London)Team members focus on a particular sector such as energy generation and renewables. The placement student supports economists, forecasts their own industries and contributes to monthly and quarterly reports. As the year progresses, students take on more interesting work, forecast some small macro‐economic countries, and write sector write‐ups for our publications. Students assist in report writing and analysis for industrial clients and flagship Global Construction reports.

Scenarios & Macro Modelling (London)Our London team designs scenarios and builds macroeconomic models that help clients assess the impact of major global risks. Using the Global Economic Model, we support Global Scenarios and Climate Services and deliver bespoke projects such as bank stress tests. Placement students gain exposure to economic consulting and modelling, work on the GEM to develop bespoke scenarios, and eventually support the production of macroeconomic scenarios for clients.

Macro Consulting (Belfast)The Belfast team specialises in applied macroeconomic consulting and research, helping clients navigate uncertainty and make strategic decisions. The placement student assists with research production, taking more responsibility over the year. Topics include cross‐country financial condition indicators, assessments of post‐COVID fiscal positions, and the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on trade terms. Students also produce country economic forecasts and write reports for recurring projects.

Economic Impact (London)We model the social, environmental, and economic impact of our clients' activities and communicate findings to stakeholders. Projects range from modelling policy changes for governments to quantifying company footprints in communities. As part of this role, you will assist team members across a wide range of projects, adapting duties to project requirements.

Economic Footprint & Sustainability (London)Our team supports clients in addressing economic and policy challenges of climate change and the transition to net zero. We apply Oxford Economics' modelling tools to assess costs, opportunities, and wider implications of sustainability policies, environmental regulation and decarbonisation strategies. Responsibilities vary with each project, adapting as needed.

Tourism Economics (London & Belfast)Tourism Economics forecasts and analyses the tourism sector. The team tracks, models, and forecasts travel sector performance, quantifies economic impact of visitors and events, and conducts policy and market analysis. Placement students collaborate on diverse projects, with tasks changing by scope and objectives.

Training Opportunities

Formal training sessions on economics projects, forecasts, and research.

Training in communication, project management, presentation, advanced econometrics and Excel.

Short courses, on‐the‐job training, and a group project.

The Working EnvironmentThe organisation encourages entrepreneurial thinking, supports staff to pursue opportunities and map career paths, and has a hybrid model of three days in office and two days from home. We have over 20 global offices, encourage community volunteering, and organise regular social events and informal lunchtime and evening activities.

RequirementsOxford Economics' Industrial Placement programme is for high‐achieving university students studying economics who want to apply their knowledge to real‐world issues. Candidates must:

Study Economics or a related degree.

Be able to undertake a full‐time 1‐year industrial placement.

Have a good grasp of economic theory.

Hold an expected grade of 2:1 or above.

Have experience with economic data, analysis, and coursework.

Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Show attention to detail.

Demonstrate proactive problem‐solving.

Possess strong Excel knowledge.

Have experience manipulating data sets using software such as Access, Stata, EViews, R, or Python (plus).

Oxford Economics is an equal‐opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the law.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

15-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English