Careers

CREC realizes the power of our people, and we value their diverse backgrounds and talents. By creating an inclusive environment that challenges people to bring their best through our doors, we are better enabled to further the economic development process, sustainably grow jobs in the regions where we work, and better peoples’ lives.

We are interested in connecting with people starting or accelerating their careers with CREC and welcome the opportunity to meet new potential team members. Contact Dr. Allison Forbes and she can connect you to a team member to learn more.

Young Professionals Experience at CREC

Anika Rahman

Anika Rahman joined the CREC team in September 2021 and serves as a Research Assistant Intern. Ms. Rahman’s primary contributions include supporting the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) data products including the Cost-of-Living Index, creating and disseminating media content, and performing research and analysis for CREC’s technical assistance programs. Read more.

Regan Price

Regan Price joined the Center for Regional Economic Competitiveness (CREC) team in May of 2021, and currently serves as an Economic Development Research Intern, assisting with data collection, writing marketing materials, conducting research to assist senior staff with projects, and writing and editing reports and policy memos. Read more.

Tyler Baines

Tyler Baines graduated from the University of Texas at Austin (UT) with degrees in history and government with an additional certificate in the foundations of business. Afterwards he spent a year as an AmeriCorps VISTA organizing and mobilizing low-income communities for the City of Dallas Planning and Urban Design Department. He recently returned to UT Austin to pursue a Master’s in Public Affairs. As an intern, Tyler has helped manage the State Incentives Database and the Cost of Living Index. Read more.