AIR is currently seeking a Researcher Intern to join our team within the Human Services Division during our 2022 Virtual Summer Internship Program. The internship period may range from mid-May through the end of August 2022 depending on student availability.
AIR’s 2022 Virtual Summer Internship Program is designed to identify, attract, and hire the best collegiate talent that will drive creativity and innovation while enabling the organization to create a diverse and skilled talent pool. Spanning 10 – 12 weeks, AIR’s paid summer program provides Interns with various learning and networking opportunities that enhance their skillset and build lasting professional connections. AIR is a collaborative organization that works with clients to examine a wide range of projects in the areas of education, health, workforce, and international development, among others. AIR prides itself in conducting high-impact, high-stakes projects for federal and state government organizations, foundations, and the private sector. AIR's vision is that research-based problem solving can improve the lives of all people.
About AIR:
Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.
AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here .
- Conduct literature reviews to support projects and proposals
- Assist staff in the review, identification and development of scholarly information describing research findings
- Participate in the collection, analysis, and review of research and evaluation data
- Develop spreadsheets and data bases to support project activities
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative research data and contribute to the reporting and interpretation of findings
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Must be a current student pursuing a Doctoral degree in such fields as economics, psychology, sociology, statistics, computer science, public policy, public health or other social science related fields.
- Experience with and / or knowledge of data collection and analysis methodologies and techniques, such as survey design, analysis of program administrative data, and conduct of structured interviews, observations, and focus groups
- Experience using statistical software programs such as R, SPSS, or Stata to analyze data – a plus (not required)
Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when writing
- Effective communicator that can work with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite or the equivalent (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software)
- Comfortable working in a virtual work environment
Disclosures:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. (i.e., U.S. citizen, CPT visa, or OPT visa).
AIR requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive a legally required exemption from AIR, as a condition of employment. AIR will ask candidates to verify their vaccination status only after a conditional offer of employment is made. Applicants should not provide information about their vaccination status or need for exemption prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment from AIR.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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