2027 Spring Week (LSE,UCL,Imperial applicants only - apply by November 16!)

LSE,UCL, Imperial Students only

Do you have an interest in economics or finance?  How about the intersection of law and business?  Cornerstone Research's Spring Week program is the perfect opportunity for you to learn about the world of economic consulting - a niche industry that uses the principles of economics, finance, and data in legal/regulatory proceedings to help resolve front-page problems! 

The Spring Week program is a two-day career development program for first-year students from LSE,UCL and Imperial.  During the program, you’ll participate in a series of learning experiences designed to give you the tools and resources you need to navigate the economic consulting industry and gain insight from current consultants.  If you are looking for an opportunity that will give you exposure to a new industry, career options, and lasting network connections, the Spring Week program is a great fit for you!

Minimum qualifications:

• Must be a first-year undergraduate student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
• Strong interest in economics, finance, and/or consulting
• Available for the full program duration

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in quantitative analysis either through coursework or extracurricular activities
• On track for a 2:1

To apply for the Spring Week program, please complete our application and be sure to include your CV and unofficial transcript* by 11:59 PM Sunday, 15 November 2026.

Note that as part of the application, you will be asked to answer three short questions about your experience / area of study and interest in the program in the form of a Cover Letter.

• These responses should highlight your interest in the Spring Week program, as well as your interest in economics and/or finance.

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

Questions to answer in the Cover Letter - Please note you will not need to submit anything but responses to the below questions in your cover letter.

Application Questions:

Include as three separate questions to be answered for application in the form of a Cover Letter,  along with submitting a CV. An unofficial transcript is not required for submission. 

1. Please describe an experience (either coursework or extracurricular) that demonstrates your interest in quantitative analysis.  (200 words maximum)
2. What skills from your degree do believe you can leverage at Cornerstone?  (200 words maximum)
3. Why are you interested in the Spring Week at Cornerstone Research?  (200 words maximum)