Qualitative Research Intern (FWS) – Student Research Assistant

University of Virginia; United States; On-site; USD 17,908 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

University of Virginia seeks two undergraduate student researchers to support a qualitative study on competition in the UVA undergraduate experience. You will work under a faculty supervisor, helping design the study, collect data from students and staff, and analyze themes related to belonging and well‑being.

The role offers structured internship experience through UVA’s IPP, with academic credit and career support, contributing to policy and practice at UVA.

Qualifications

• Current UVA undergraduate student and able to participate in UVA‑affiliated research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in higher education, student affairs, social science research, or related fields.
• Ability to work collaboratively, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical research practice.

Responsibilities

• Research Design: Develop research questions, interview protocols, and survey instruments.
• Data Collection: Recruit and interview undergraduates, faculty, and staff; conduct ethnographic fieldwork on campus.
• Analysis and Synthesis: Code qualitative data and identify themes; participate in team debriefs.
• Final Product and Dissemination: Contribute to final report and presentations; translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Skills

Current UVA undergraduate student

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Interest in higher education

Collaborative teamwork

Confidentiality and ethical research

Time management

Job description

University of Virginia seeks two undergraduate student researchers to support a qualitative study on competition in the UVA undergraduate experience. You will work under a faculty supervisor, helping design the study, collect data from students and staff, and analyze themes related to belonging and well‑being.

The role offers structured internship experience through UVA’s IPP, with academic credit and career support, contributing to policy and practice at UVA.