American Institutes for Research · 3 hours ago

Research Assistant Intern

United States

Internship

Remote

Intern

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Responsibilities

The intern will be responsible for providing a short analysis of data, supported by a senior researcher.

In addition, the intern may be asked to provide quality control for statistical products, conduct short literature reviews, prepare short analyses of data.

The intern will be assigned an onboarding liaison and a project supervisor to guide work and support development and growth.

Qualification

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Data collection methodsData analysis techniquesStatistical software RStatistical software SPSSStatistical software StataMicrosoft Office SuiteCollaboration in virtual environment

Required

Must be a current student (for the duration of the internship) pursuing a Bachelor’s 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

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)

Ability to collaborate effectively in a virtual work environment

Comfortable working independently and as a member of a team

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.