The Institute for Communitarian Policy Studies at The George Washington University, the nation’s leading center for communitarian policy research, is a nonpartisan research organization dedicated to finding constructive solutions to social problems through morally informed policy analysis and open moral dialogue. As an intern, you will work with talented young staff to provide research and outreach support to the Institute. You may serve any time during the summer months. Some stipends will be available. The principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) assist with outreach efforts, including researching potential contacts, gathering emails, and assisting with mailings;
(b) assist with the maintenance of databases;
(c) undertake research into the wide variety of issues for the Institute’s papers and for the Institute’s online content;
(d) undertake other related activities assigned by the Institute.
Qualifications
· Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in sociology, international relations, political science, history, or a related field;
· Strong Microsoft Office and Internet skills;
· Strong writing and research skills;
· English fluency (verbal and written);
· Adaptability, professionalism and capability of working independently and as part of a team.
Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis, and applications will be accepted until the end of March. To apply for Summer 2011, please send a resume and cover letter to Nathan Pippenger, npipp@gwu.edu. Only those considered will be contacted.