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Research Intern

Second Day
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The National League of Cities (NLC) is seeking a talented individual aspiring towards a career in social policy research. NLC is a non-profit membership organization comprising elected officials from cities, towns, and villages across the U.S. The Center for Research and Data Analysis (RDA) within NLC provides valuable data and research to our members (elected officials). This Research Intern wil collaborate with RDA staff to support high-priority research and data analysis projects focused on Democracy and Governance projects.

Interns will have the opportunity to:

  • Analyze qualitative and quantitative datasets to answer big social policy questions impacting cities, towns and villages;
  • Collaborate with topical qualitative research by gathering data from City Mayoral speeches and Mayor’s perceptions regarding their priorities.
  • Collaborate and network with NLC staff and other interns.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Public Policy or Administration, Sociology or other Social Sciences, Economics, or other related degree programs.
  • Familiarity with data analytics tools and packages such as Microsoft Office Excel, STATA, or R.
  • Coursework or professional experience in quantitative research methods, data collection. Experience with data analysis is highly recommended but not expected.
  • Written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Passion for data collection and storytelling.

This internship is offered as part of the Second Day Fellowship Program. Second Day places underrepresented candidates in paid internships at social impact groups. Then, we offer them the training, mentorship, and connections they need to become tomorrow’s leaders. Fellows receive comprehensive training, personalized coaching, and long-term career support to build the skills and confidence needed to succeed. Our goal is for this Fellowship to be a jumping-off point into a long, sustainable career in the non-profit and social impact industry!

This role is hybrid in Washington DC OR remote.