BCEA Week of 3/16

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BC Economics Association
March 16, 2026

 

Happy Monday, Eagles! We have an exciting week ahead, featuring an event with Cornerstone Research and a trek to M&T! Make sure to take a look all the other the events and opportunities we have to offer too!

Eaglenomics is Back!

Joining us in this episode is Professor Jonathan Kirshner, Professor of political science and international studies at Boston College. His work focuses on international relations and political economy, and he has written many books on these topics, including An Unwritten Future, Realism and Uncertainty in World Politics, and America After the Financial Crisis. He is also a Professor of International Political Economy Emeritus in the Department of Government at Cornell University. He received his bachelor’s from Johns Hopkins University, and both his master’s and PhD from Princeton University. Listen to the episode here!

Econ Cafe

The next Econ Cafe will take place on Wednesday, March 18th, from 2-4 pm in the Econ Department lobby. Stop by to enjoy some snacks and coffee as you get to know other economics students!

Honors Thesis Info Sessions

Thinking about writing a Senior Honors Thesis in Economics?
Come hear directly from current thesis students about their experiences, timelines, and tips for success. Ask questions, get inspired, and enjoy snacks and refreshments while learning whether an honors thesis is right for you. Open to all Economics majors. We hope to see you there on Wednesday, March 25th!

WIN x BCEA x Cornerstone Research Event

Join us on Thursday, March 19th from 6:00-7:00 pm in Schiller room 202 for a presentation and networking event with representatives from Cornerstone Research.

Cornerstone Research is a leading economic and financial consulting firm specializing in the analysis of complex economic, financial, accounting, and marketing issues that arise in the context of various kinds of litigation. For example, we may be asked to predict the effect of a merger of two major high-tech firms on prices and innovation, to determine the effect of unfavorable drug test results on the stock price of a leading pharmaceutical company, or to value a patent on smartphone technology that might have been infringed.

Consultants from Cornerstone Research will be holding a presentation on economic consulting, and we will walk through an interactive case interview. By participating in the presentation, you will gain a better understanding of the analytical approach used to solve complex economic and financial problems. You will have the opportunity to solve conceptual puzzles that our consultants face every day and learn about common pitfalls to avoid during case interviews.

Following the case overview, you will have the chance to meet our consultants and follow-up with any questions regarding the case discussed. We will also be available to answer questions about pursuing a career in economic consulting.

Recruiting for our 2027 Analyst and Summer Analyst positions will begin in fall 2026.

Deloitte x BC Consulting Mentorship Program

Deloitte is excited to host an in-person information session for the fifth iteration of the BC/Deloitte Consulting Services Mentorship Program. Launched in 2022, the program pairs undergraduate students with Deloitte practitioners to provide early exposure to Deloitte’s consultative offerings—along with guidance and career insights students don’t always get through day-to-day experiences. The Information Session is on March 25th from 7:00-8:00 PM in Room 125A of Schiller (245 Beacon Street). Attached is more information on Handshake.

If selected, the Kickoff session is Thursday, April 30th. The program consists of Virtual workshops (1 hour each) in May, June, and July. The topics include resume review, personal branding, and case interview prep with monthly mentor check-ins throughout the program.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Grace Lipo ([email protected]).

M&T Boston Trek

Get excited and sign-up for the M&T Bank, Boston Trek on Thursday March 19th!

Are you interested in banking, finance, business operations, or strategic management, and looking to see how a leading financial institution drives growth and supports the economy?

Are you curious to see what it looks like to work at a top-tier commercial bank and how they manage large-scale business innovation, client relationships, and the evolving financial landscape?

Then Sign Up Here while openings are still available for the M&T Bank, Boston Trek on Thursday March 19th from 12pm to 2pm!  

What to Expect

The visit will consist of the following:

  • A Professional Tour: Explore M&T Bank’s facilities and see the professional environment behind one of the country's most successful commercial banks.

  • Q&A Panel Discussion: Hear directly from employees about their unique career journeys—from navigating the banking world to managing high-level business strategy.

HR & Talent Acquisition Insights: Get the inside scoop on current openings, the application process, and what top-tier employers in the financial sector are looking for in candidates.

Thursday March 19, 2026 Timeline

Depart from the Career Center by the MBTA at 11:00 am, arrive at M&T at 12:00 pm, lunch, panel, tour/networking from 12:00-2:00 pm, depart for the Career Center at 2:00 pm and arrive back at the Career Center at 3:00 pm.

Eagletarian Submissions Now Open!

We would like to invite you all to submit your work to The Eagletarian. The Eagletarian is the BC Economics Association’s very own research journal and accepts all economics-related research from undergraduates. The papers that you submit can be ones written independently or for class on any economics-related topic that interests you. Submitting your work to The Eagletarian is a great opportunity to have your ideas published and be seen throughout the Economics department and beyond! The guidelines for submitting a paper are listed below.

The paper should have a minimum length of 1,500 words, submitted in .doc or .docx format, the submission Title should be formatted as follows: Title_Last Name, and must be formatted using consistent, in-text citations (Chicago Style preferred) and include a Work Cited page.

Here is a link to the Google form for submissions: Submission Form

For any further questions, feel free to reach out to Nico DeZerega ([email protected]), Andrew White ([email protected]), or Matthew McManus ([email protected])

Peer-to-Peer Stata and Econometrics Help

Are you taking an upper-level elective that has you doing problem sets or projects that involve Stata programming or econometric modeling? Or are you in the Econometrics or Statistics labs? Are you writing a thesis?

The Econ Help Desk is a talented, experienced team of undergrads ready to help their peers with problem sets, assignments, and research projects involving Stata programming and/or econometric analysis. Each Help Desk team member will be available twice a week for in-person or Zoom live help. They can also answer questions asynchronously through posts on Ed Discussion. For more information on each team member's specific hours and how to access the help, please see the Econ Help Desk site. 

The Econ Help Desk will start on Tuesday, January 20, and run through the beginning of study days at the end of the semester. No appointment is necessary, but please do plan ahead (especially for end-of-semester assignments).

Apply to the Eagle Intern Fellowship!

The BC Career Center's Eagle Intern Fellowship removes financial barriers for students seeking to pursue unpaid summer internship opportunities in industries of interest. The fellowship is open to students in good academic standing who have secured a summer internship and have demonstrated financial need (as determined by the Boston College Financial Aid office). There are three chances to apply this semester–the first deadline is Monday, February 23 and the application officially opens on February 1! Learn more and apply here. 

IMPORTANT - 73% of the students who applied for grants for the summer of 2025 received one. You can meet with one of their career coaches to craft a backup plan, in case your internship is not funded. 

Bellarmine Law Review Submissions

Deloitte Digital Salesforce Academy

Deloitte is excited to invite Boston College students to apply for the upcoming Deloitte Digital Salesforce Academy (DDSA) Career Journey Series – a month-long program designed to help students explore what Salesforce Consulting is. Students will have the opportunity to network with Deloitte practitioners in an Ask Us Anything session and earn resume-worthy credentials on Salesforce Trailhead. DDSA is open to all students, regardless of major. Full details and application instructions can be found in the flyer above. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Diive Summer Internship

Applications are open for diive’s Summer 2026 Consulting internship are now open. In this role, students work on real consulting projects for South African clients (Cape Town or Remote), guided by mentors from McKinsey, BCG, and EY. The program runs from June 8 – July 24, 2026. Apply here by March 25th, 2026 to be considered.

Cornerstone Research Sophomore Summit

This is a two-day developmental program for second-year undergraduate students (graduating in 2028) who bring a diverse perspective to the firm as a result of their adaptability, cultural fluency, resilience, and life experiences. This unique experience offers the opportunity to understand what economic consulting is, learn about career opportunities that exist at Cornerstone Research, obtain hands-on experience through a mini-project, and get to know the types of individuals who work at our firm. The program will take place on Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026.  Apply here by March 29th at 11:59 pm!

Cornerstone Research First Year Foundations

This is a one-day career development program targeting first-year students (graduating in 2029) who bring a diverse perspective to the firm as a result of their adaptability, cultural fluency, resilience, and life experiences. During the program, students will participate in a series of learning experiences designed to give them the tools and resources you need to navigate the economic consulting industry and gain insight from current consultants. Thursday, May 21, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM ET or 4:00 PM ET. Apply here by March 29th at 11:59 pm!

Cornerstone Research Spring Series

A series of four virtual presentations that will introduce students to our industry and our firm. These sessions are designed to help students learn more about economic consulting, our recruitment process, and life at Cornerstone Research. The sessions will take place on April 7th, April 9th, April 15th, and April 17th starting at 3:00 PM ET and are open to Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors. Please register by March 29th at 11:59pm ET. You can register here (for April 7th and 9th) or here (for April 15th and 17th)!

Anderson Future Tax Leaders Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Applicants must be full-time students who have earned 36-48 college credit hours from an accredited four-year college or university in the U.S. and meet the following criteria:

  • Business students with an intended Accounting major or concentration

  • Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0

  • Demonstrated keen interest in Tax, as shown by:

    • Actively pursuing CPA eligibility

    • Relevant coursework

    • Leadership in business-related student organizations

    • Participation in externships, internships, or related experiences

  • Legal residents of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. who are at least 18 years old

  • Financial need will be considered

Application Requirements

To be considered, students must submit their resume, transcript, and two short personal essays. Additional insight into their leadership or tax/accounting related experience and a summary of their financial need may be submitted as well. Submissions will be reviewed and scored by a panel of Andersen professionals, and top applicants will participate in interviews determining their selection to receive a scholarship award.

Interested students should apply here by April 15, 2026.

  • PIMCO: PIMCO’s 2026 summer internship program is open for applications (reviewed on a rolling basis). They offer a broad array of internship programs (portfolio management/trading, finance & accounting, legal & compliance, private strategies, business development, product strategy, account management etc.) Review the links attached below to apply!

  • Credit Agricole CIB: Credit Agricole recently opened a U.S. Analyst Paralegal position on their Legal team. This is a great opportunity for a recent or soon-to-be graduate who is interested in gaining experience before eventually pursuing law school.

     

    Details:

    • Pay – $80,000 + Discretionary Bonus

    • Start Date – Spring/Summer 2026

    • Location: New York, NY


    Students can apply directly on Handshake and are also welcome to reach out to Joseph Lehocky directly if they have questions or would like to learn more.

    The role is part of our U.S. Analyst Program, which includes a cohort of 70+ analysts across the bank. The program offers a structured experience that includes social, community engagement, and professional development events throughout the year.

    CACIB also provides dedicated program management and support to help analysts navigate the program, build relationships across the organization, and prepare for the next step in their careers.

    This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to launch their career at an organization that is highly employee-focused and invested in development.

    If interested, please apply on Handshake or reach out to Joe Lehocky ([email protected]) directly.

  • Credit Agricole CIB: CACIB recently opened a Summer Internship position on their IT Security team. This is a great opportunity for a student graduating between December 2026 – June 2027 who is interested in pursuing a career in IT Security.

     

    Details:

    • Pay – $33 per hour (overtime eligible)

    • Dates: June 8 – August 14

    • Location: New York, NY (5 days per week)


    Students can reach out to Joseph LeHocky ([email protected]) directly if they would like to apply.

    The role is part of CACIB’s Summer Internship Program, which includes a cohort of 35-40 Interns across the bank. The program offers a structured experience that includes social, community engagement, and professional development events throughout the 10-week duration.

    CACIB also provides dedicated program management and support to help interns navigate the program, build relationships across the organization, and prepare for the next step in their careers.

    This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to launch their career at an organization that is highly employee-focused and invested in development.

  • Credit Agricole CIB: CACIB will be opening a U.S. Analyst role within their HR team.

     

    High level details:

    • Location – New York City

    • Salary – 80,000

    • Set Up – In Office (Hybrid Option, 3 days in office, 2 remote)

    This position offers a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a collaborative, team-oriented environment while gaining exposure to a variety of HR initiatives across the bank. The role provides meaningful professional development opportunities, hands-on experience, and the ability to contribute to impactful projects.

    The team places a strong emphasis on development, collaboration, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance while delivering high-quality work.

    If you know someone who may be a strong fit, please feel free to share the opportunity with them. Candidates are able to apply through the LinkedIn posting or via Handshake.

BCEA 2025–2026 E-Board

Co-Presidents: Emme Pastor, Barry Spoto
Vice President: Cameron Wang
Treasurer: Aidan McBride (Fall), Judah Shim (Spring)
Marketing Team: Mia Corso, Molly Coakley
Event Coordinator: Rushabh Rathore
Eagletarian Editors: Nico DeZerega, Andrew White, Matthew McManus
Eaglenomics Hosts: Ben Boas, Allie Lasch, Abby Cheng
Freshman Representatives: Rose Moran, Teddy Sansone