Civic Science Internship (Paid Internship)
Research!America
The Research!America alliance advocates for science, discovery, and innovation to achieve better health for all. We advocate for a federal policy climate that helps empower our nation’s biomedical and health research sectors as they work to accelerate medical progress.
Research!America developed and manages the Civic Engagement Microgrant Program, now in its sixth year, to provide training and hands-on experience for STEM graduate students, professional students (medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, etc.), and postdocs who want to create projects aimed at building dialogue with public officials, community leaders, and local community members around issues of common interest. The Microgrant program helps early career STEM professionals to build policy and communication skills and explore career options. Over 85 groups in nearly 30 states have participated in the Microgrant program (click here for a report on the program’s impact).
Job Summary
Research!America is offering a paid, full-time, temporary Civic Science internship to begin immediately (start and end dates are flexible). Telework opportunity is possible. Interns assist the organization in advancing its mission and objectives. This position will specifically support the Civic Engagement Microgrant Program and related activities. The internship is a 6-month appointment at 40 hours/week, with the possibility of extension for an additional 3 months.
Internship will be directly supervised and mentored by the Senior Manager of Science Initiatives and Outreach, who will provide routine feedback. An online Microsoft 365 license will be provided.
Learning Outcomes/Objectives
The civic science intern will:
- Partner with staff on promotional and logistical support of the Civic Engagement Microgrant Program
- Outreach to underrepresented communities
- Liaison with micrograntees – current and alumni
- Develop, proofread, and edit marketing materials and email communications
- Learn basics of program planning
- Participate in regular communications and strategy meetings
- Assist with creating content for blog posts, web, and social media related to the Civic Engagement Microgrant Program
- Other projects as assigned
Qualifications
Undergraduate students, recent graduates, graduate students, PhD candidates, or post-doctoral researchers with science, health, public policy, or related degree or degree program are preferred.
The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, strong event and program planning experience, organizational skills, and an interest in building connections between STEM professionals and their local communities. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) is required.
Compensation
$20/hour for up to 40 hours / week. Commuter benefit is available for interns working a hybrid schedule in our Arlington, VA office.
To Apply
Please submit all materials by October 9. No calls, please.
E-mail résumé and cover letter, including academic status and specific area(s) of interest and expertise, reason(s) for wanting to be a Research!America intern; availability; a writing sample that demonstrates your ability to write about science and/or policy for the public (two pages or less); and contact information for three references to hr@researchamerica.org. We are unable to personally respond to each applicant, but will be in touch with applicants who are selected for further review.
Research!America is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.