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Charles River Associates summer internship: how to get in
Charles River Associates appears in Paperclip’s consulting network. 145 verified Charles River Associates professionals are in the Paperclip network, and Paperclip can email the ones who fit for you, from your own inbox, alumni from your school first. These counts describe Paperclip coverage, not current vacancies or hiring outcomes.
Who from your school works at Charles River Associates?
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Look up your schoolParent? Look up your kid's schoolCharles River Associates dates the firm has published
Every row below comes from Charles River Associates’s own page or a university career-center listing, last checked on November 10, 2026. Status is computed from the dates at build time. Firms change portals without notice, so open the source before acting on a date.
| Program | Opens | Closes | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics Consulting Analyst / Associate Full-time 2027 · 2027 bachelor and masters graduates · US | Not published | No dated application window published on the checked page | Watch, no published dates | Emory Career and Professional Development: CRA 2027 BA/MA grads |
| Program | Who | When | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRA All-Access Scholarship Talent development scholarship for business, economics and STEM students | Sophomores | Not published | Dates not published | Charles River Associates: All-Access Scholarship |
- Economics Consulting Analyst / Associate. On November 10, 2026, the employer description explicitly said applications have no set deadline and are reviewed on a rolling basis. The university listing expiration and August 31 start of resume review are not treated as application dates.
- CRA All-Access Scholarship. CRA still describes the scholarship and its 2026 cycle, without 2027 dates; conflicting old deadlines are not used as current dates. Checked October 23, 2026.
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What Charles River Associates pays entry-level hires
| Role | Base pay | Filings | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economic consulting analyst | $87,000 up to $92,500 | 12 | New York, NY, Chicago, IL |
From the Department of Labor's public visa wage filings. Employers must pay a visa hire at least what they pay others in the same job, so this is a good read on base pay. Bonus is not included. Compare firms on the entry-level salaries guide.
Schools represented in the Paperclip network
A shared school can provide a starting point for a conversation. These are the schools most represented among Charles River Associates professionals in the network. If you go to one of them, consider asking those alumni about their experience. These counts are not placement rates or a complete employer roster.
The consulting recruiting timeline
Choose the consulting role and office you want to understand, then check that office’s current application requirements.
- Check internship and full-time opportunities separately on the employer careers site.
- Confirm the deadline for your office and candidate category with the posting or recruiter.
- Prepare for the interview format specified by the employer and allow time for practice and feedback.
How to actually get in
Ask consultants about their project experience and preparation. Use official practice resources where available, and follow the application instructions whether or not you have a referral.
Most Charles River Associates people in the network hold roles like Consultant, Consulting Analyst. The best first notes go to people who share your school or path, with a short, specific ask for fifteen minutes. Paperclip picks those people for you.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Charles River Associates pay entry-level hires?
Economic consulting analyst: $87,000 base salary (12 filings). These are the salaries Charles River Associates filed with the US Department of Labor for visa hires from October 2024 to June 2026. Bonus is not included.
How many Charles River Associates employees can I reach through Paperclip?
145 verified Charles River Associates professionals are in the Paperclip network. You do not search them yourself: pick your targets and Paperclip emails the ones who fit.
Can Paperclip reach out to Charles River Associates professionals for me?
Yes. With Paperclip Concierge ($149 a month, 10 students per school) you pick industries, firm sizes and cities and add your resume. Paperclip then emails analysts and associates who fit, including Charles River Associates when it matches your targets, from your own inbox every weekday, alumni from your school first, with two follow-ups that stop when someone replies. Emails are spaced out so no firm hears from you too often.
When should I start recruiting for Charles River Associates?
Check internship and full-time opportunities separately on the employer careers site.
Which schools do Charles River Associates employees come from?
Schools represented in the Paperclip network include University of Chicago, University of Notre Dame, Indiana University, Boston College.
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