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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
Duration not listed
Locations
1 location in Alaska

About the program

Agricultural Economist

Jobs this program prepares you for

Conducts complex studies, planning, data collection (e.g., yield trends, price dynamics), quantitative modeling, and drawing interpretative conclusions to inform policy decisions. Advises agency leadership on changes in crop insurance design, risk strategies, or legislation, often translating economic insights into actionable policy recommendations. Assess actuarial soundness, estimate expected losses, forecast demand, and weigh economic viability for product modifications or new offerings. Collaborates closely with actuaries, providing data and economic rationale to support rate setting, coverage thresholds, and premium structures. Ensures crop and livestock insurance programs are actuarially robust, economically justified, and policy ready.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Locations include Kansas City, MO or Raleigh, NC

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

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