Research Intern – Civic Learning & Democracy Strategy

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation, based in Chicago, invites applications for a part-time Research Intern within the Democracy Program. The role supports the Democracy Schools Initiative, integrating research with grantmaking and civic learning initiatives.

You will gain experience in data collection, reporting, and policy-relevant analysis in a professional nonprofit setting. Ideal candidates are enrolled in undergrad or grad programs with coursework in political science or education, strong

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program with at least three years of college-level academic experience and coursework in political science, history, education or related field
• Familiarity with research methods and basic statistical analysis
• Excellent writing and presentation skills, particularly in communication with diverse constituencies
• Basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Manage data collection and analysis of prospective and current Democracy Schools civic learning practices and organizational cultures
• Identify school strengths and growth areas and generate reports for schools to complete the Democracy Schools assessment process
• Aggregate assessment data for annual Democracy School cohorts and produce data comparisons across time
• Evaluate the longitudinal impact of the Democracy Schools Initiative via ongoing survey administration and data analysis
• Assist program officer with data analysis projects that support grant evaluation
• Identify and synthesize research on emerging and established challenges and opportunities in areas of strategic investment

Skills

Research methods

Statistics

Government knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Writing

Presentation skills

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree program with 3+ years coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation, based in Chicago, invites applications for a part-time Research Intern within the Democracy Program. The role supports the Democracy Schools Initiative, integrating research with grantmaking and civic learning initiatives.

You will gain experience in data collection, reporting, and policy-relevant analysis in a professional nonprofit setting. Ideal candidates are enrolled in undergrad or grad programs with coursework in political science or education, strong