Applied Economics & Experimental Research (APEX) Internship, Fall 2026

Update your details, view your application and progress >> Login Job search e.g. \"Administrator, Melbourne\" Refine search Work type Student 1 Locations Newark, DE 1 Categories Semester Fall Semester 1 Student Group Undergraduate Students 1 Student Job Areas Student Services 1 Training and Education 1 Applied Economics & Experimental Research (APEX) Internship, Fall 2026 Apply now Job no: 503477 Work type: Student Location: Newark, DE Categories: Student Services, Training and Education, Fall Semester, Undergraduate Students Estimated Pay: $15 per hour Number of Jobs Available: 4 Schedule: Flexible Location: Townsend Hall About the Department: CEAE is housed within the Department of Applied Economics and Statistics (APEC). Our mission is to nurture a diverse and inclusive community engaged in innovative, evidence-based research that informs policy and promotes sustainability of the intersection of agriculture and the environment. CEAE-supported research primarily involves economic experiments in the laboratory and field, designed to better understand and address real-world economic, environmental, and policy challenges. Role Description: Interns will help explore big questions related to food, farming, the environment, and coastal resilience. You’ll work with a supportive team to learn how research happens—by helping collect information, talk to people, and organize findings. Along the way, you’ll build your résumé, receive mentorship, and create your own project. Primary responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Compiling literature reviews and background research Assisting with experiment data collection and lab setup Administrative or logistical support for research operations Program support for the CEAE Mentoring Network Attend weekly check-ins with CEAE faculty and staff for ongoing guidance and progress updates Develop a research project that will be exhibited at CEAE’s Ag Day booth in April 2027 Communicating their experience in the program through outreach activities Qualifications: Applicants must be a first- or second-year UD student enrolled for Fall 2026 with a declared undergraduate major in Environmental & Resource Economics (ENRE), Food & Agribusiness Marketing (FABM), or Statistics (STAT). Candidates should demonstrate an interest in applied research and data-driven problem solving, be available for work at Townsend Hall, and commit to 8–10 hours per week during the academic year. Hiring Timeline: Application Review: Starts August 28, 2026 and continues on a rolling basis. Interviews: Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Offers Extended: Late August through early September. Applicants must be undergraduate students at the University of Delaware. Work-study eligibility can be found here . Applicants not enrolled as undergraduate students at the University will not be considered for this position. Employment Limitations and Exceptions Advertised: 28 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 11 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Are you curious about how people make decisions that shape our environment, food systems, and coastal communities? The Center for Experimental & Applied Economics (CEAE) is seeking motivated first- and second-year students to join the Applied Economics & Experimental Research (APEX) Internship Program. Interns will work closely with a faculty advisor, graduate mentors, and professional staff to learn about research, explore career pathways, build your résumé, and receive personalized mentorship to support your professional goals. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Delaware