Individuals with an advanced degree join ICF International as Associates. Typically a new Associate joins an ICF International business group and quickly assumes an active role on project teams, working on a variety of projects concurrently.
Working with peers and seasoned professionals, the Associate assists in developing and defining the scope of a project, structuring the approach of the analysis, collecting and analyzing the data, and writing and presenting the results. After gaining some experience, an Associate will also schedule work, identify and resolve conflicting priorities, and supervise junior staff. Over time, Associates usually develop an area of special competence, with increasing responsibilities for project management and client contact.
Qualifications for the Associate position vary by practice and include an advanced degree in public policy, environmental management, economics, business administration, environmental science or engineering, toxicology, public health, or the equivalent years of relevant consulting experience. Additional requirements include exemplary analytical and communication skills, a general aptitude for policy analysis, and the ability to think creatively and independently when faced with a challenging analytical problem.