Employment of economists is concentrated in large cities. Some work abroad for companies with major international operations, for U.S. Government agencies, and for international organizations, such as the World Bank, International Monetary fund, and United Nations.

Besides the jobs described above, many economists hold faculty positions in colleges and universities. Economics faculties have flexible work schedules, and may divide their time among teaching, research, consulting, and administration. (See the statement on teachers—postsecondary elsewhere in the Handbook.)