Position Title: Internship Research Associate (International Trade & Economic Policy)
Division: Global Policy, Trade & Strategic Advisory
Location: Ahmedabad, Delhi, India

Professional Experience: Candidates must have a research experience in macroeconomic research, international policy analysis, or related analytical roles.

Core Responsibilities
- Conduct macroeconomic analysis on global trade systems, tariff regulations, and international economic governance framework
- Develop strategic reports on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), regulatory shifts, and geopolitical developments
- Monitor and interpret global economic indicators including GDP trends, inflation cycles, currency movements, and trade balances
- Assess the impact of tariffs, sanctions, and diplomatic negotiations on cross-border business operations
- Prepare policy briefs, whitepapers, executive summaries, and intelligence reports
- Perform comparative economic and jurisdictional competitiveness analysis
- Contribute to Water & Sharks thought leadership and global research publications




- Support international advisory mandates with geopolitical and macroeconomic risk assessments

Academic & Qualified Qualifications (Mandatory)

Candidates must be pursuing a strong academic background in fields aligned with international policy and economics. Preferred qualifications include:
- MBA in Public Policy / International Trade / Economics
- MA / MSc in Economics
- MA in International Relations / Global Affairs
- MA in Politics / Political Science

Or equivalent specialization in macroeconomics, trade diplomacy, or geopolitical strategy

Exposure to WTO frameworks, international trade law, econometrics, or geopolitical advisory will be a strong advantage.

Key Competencies
- Strong command of macroeconomic theory and international trade systems
- Deep understanding of tariff frameworks and global trade agreements
- Exceptional research, analytical, and policy drafting skills
- Strong quantitative reasoning a

📌 Research Associate (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Water & Shark Advisors
📍 Ahmedabad