Economics Consulting jobs

Location: Remote
Duration: Flexible, based on the participant’s learning objectives and, where applicable, education-provider requirements. The placement may be up to 3–6 months, subject to ongoing review to ensure it remains a genuine learning and observation-based placement.
Type: Work Experience Placement

About NFS CoNFS Co provides consulting, advisory, research, and analytical services to a diverse range of businesses and organisations.We are offering a structured work experience placement for individuals seeking exposure to the consulting and professional services environment. The placement is intended to provide learning, observation, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.

About the PlacementThis placement is designed primarily as a learning and career development opportunity. Participants will gain exposure to consulting methodologies, business analysis frameworks, project delivery processes, and professional services practices through observation, guided learning activities, mentoring, and supervised participation.The placement is not intended to replace paid employment or require participants to perform duties that would ordinarily be performed by an employee. Any practical activities will be limited, supervised, and designed to support the participant’s learning outcomes.Participants may have the opportunity to learn directly from the Directors of NFS Co and develop an understanding of how consulting and advisory work is approached in a professional environment.

Learning OpportunitiesDepending on the participant’s learning objectives and the nature of the placement, participants may have the opportunity to:

• Observe consulting engagements, internal discussions, and project delivery processes where appropriate.
• Attend meetings, workshops, or discussions for learning and observational purposes.
• Learn about common research, analytical, and problem-solving techniques used in consulting.
• Develop familiarity with business writing, professional communication, and presentation formats.
• Gain exposure to consulting frameworks, strategic thinking, and project management concepts.
• Receive mentoring, coaching, and career guidance from company Directors and experienced professionals.
• Participate in supervised learning activities designed to build workplace confidence and professional skills.
• Learn about client engagement, advisory processes, and consulting best practices.

Participants will not be responsible for client deliverables, revenue-generating work, or work that NFS Co relies on for its ordinary business operations.

Who Should ApplyThis placement may be suitable for:

• Final-year university, TAFE, or other tertiary students undertaking an approved course-related placement.
• Students seeking industry exposure as part of their education or training.
• Recent graduates seeking short-term observational work experience in consulting, business analysis, strategy, or advisory services.

Preferred areas of study or interest include:

• Business
• Commerce
• Economics
• Finance
• Engineering
• Data Analytics
• Law
• Strategy
• Consulting
• Related disciplines

Where the placement is undertaken as part of a university, TAFE, or other education-provider course requirement, NFS Co may require confirmation that the placement is approved by the relevant education provider.

What We Offer

• Direct exposure to experienced Directors and industry professionals.
• Structured mentoring and professional development support.
• Observation-based exposure to consulting and advisory environments.
• Opportunities to develop professional confidence and industry knowledge.
• Guidance on career pathways in consulting, business analysis, strategy, and advisory services.
• Networking and professional relationship-building opportunities.
• A certificate of participation and/or professional reference upon successful completion of the placement, subject to satisfactory participation.

Future Career Pathways

NFS Co may, from time to time, have paid employment opportunities available. Participants who successfully complete the placement are welcome to apply and may benefit from their familiarity with the business and its operations. Participation in the placement does not guarantee employment.

Important InformationThis is a work experience placement intended to provide educational and professional development benefits to participants.The primary purpose of the placement is learning, observation, mentoring, and skill development. The placement is not intended to fill a paid position, supplement NFS Co’s workforce, or replace the work of paid employees.Any practical activities undertaken will be limited, appropriately supervised, and structured to support learning outcomes. Participants will not be expected to perform productive work that NFS Co relies on for its ordinary business operations.The structure, duration, and activities of the placement will be reviewed to ensure the placement remains consistent with its educational and observational purpose.The placement will be conducted in accordance with applicable Australian laws and regulatory requirements relating to unpaid work experience arrangements.

Application ProcessPlease submit:

• Your CV/Resume
• A brief statement outlining:
• your interest in consulting or advisory work;
• what you hope to learn from the placement; and
• whether the placement is connected to any education-provider course requirement.

We look forward to supporting emerging professionals seeking exposure to consulting and advisory work

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote