AIR is currently seeking a Researcher Intern to join AIR's Disability Hub Practice Area, which is a part of the Workforce Program Area within AIR's Human Services Division. The Intern hired for the position will have the option to work remotely based in the United States. This does not include U.S. territories.

This Intern position will be full-time this summer (based on hire's availability) and then will continue on into the fall at a part-time capacity (around 10-15% time).

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.

Responsibilities include:

Conduct literature reviews to support research activities
• 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
• Support communication and dissemination activities as needed

Qualifications:

• Must be a current student (for the duration of the internship) rerolled in a Doctoral degree program 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 - is a plus but not required

Skills:

• Comfortable working independently and as a member of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when writing
• Effective communicator that can work with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite or the equivalent (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software)

Disclosures:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. International students who are studying at an accredited U.S. college or university under F1 visas are eligible to apply under Curricular Practical Training (CPT) stipulations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, 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 reference and background checks.

This part-time position offers $30.00 per hour. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the organization and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the salary for candidates that are based in the United States.

AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

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