Education Policy Research Intern - Equity & Justice (DC)

NEA Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The NEA Foundation (NEAF) seeks a part-time intern with experience and interest in education to conduct high-quality research and analysis and write clearly and convincingly.

Working directly with NEAF leadership and development teams, the intern will assist with research on policy and practice pertaining to educational equity, excellence and opportunity; complete literature reviews; develop memos and presentations; and perform related administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Graduate student based in Washington, DC, pursuing advanced studies.
• Experience with education research and policy analysis.
• Strong writing and data synthesis skills.
• Ability to conduct literature reviews and organize background research.
• Familiarity with educational equity issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities supporting NEAF’s strategic aims, including research on educational equity, excellence and opportunity.
• Conduct literature reviews and compile background research; organize and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
• Develop memos, briefings or presentations on research findings, as assigned.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Education research

Policy & advocacy

Writing & communication

MS Office

Independent work

Education

Graduate student

Undergraduate degree

Job description

The NEA Foundation (NEAF) seeks a part-time intern with experience and interest in education to conduct high-quality research and analysis and write clearly and convincingly.

Working directly with NEAF leadership and development teams, the intern will assist with research on policy and practice pertaining to educational equity, excellence and opportunity; complete literature reviews; develop memos and presentations; and perform related administrative duties.