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Summer 2024 - Research Intern, Vera Louisiana

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Vera Institute of Justice

Mar 18

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Starts on Jun 02
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
  • New Orleans

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a social science program OR currently enrolled in graduate school in a social science program (sociology, political science, etc.) OR a demonstrated commitment to and experience with advancing systems of change through research
  • Interest in applied social justice research, particularly to advance policy reform and advocacy
  • Ability to show initiative, ask questions, and adapt to changing priorities
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
  • A demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Familiarity with analyzing quantitative datasets to produce descriptive statistics
  • Preferred:
  • Demonstrated connection to Louisiana, New Orleans, or the Deep South
  • Willingness to travel to Baton Rouge on occasion
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities you'll bring:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
  • Quantitative analysis software (ie: SQL, SPSS, SAS, Stata, etc)

Responsibilities

  • Research and Analysis:
  • Support ongoing mixed methods research projects
  • Review, organize, and analyze publicly available datasets
  • Observe and take notes during interviews and focus groups
  • Build skills in applied research, written communication, and systemic analysis
  • Partnership Support:
  • Attend and take notes at coalition and partner organization meetings
  • Build verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Gain awareness about network of criminal legal system advocacy organizations and how data can support advocacy goals
  • Advocacy:
  • Prepare for data to inform public policy advocacy
  • Build persuasive advocacy and communications skills
  • Gain knowledge about successful advocacy arguments and responses at a quick pace
  • Administrative:
  • Provide support for planned events and other related responsibilities that may arise
  • Assist with scheduling meetings with internal and external partners
  • Gain experience in routine, professional responsibilities

Vera Institute of Justice

Securing equal justice, ending mass incarceration, and strengthening families and communities. Founded 1961.

Government
Industry
201-500
Employees
1961
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We envision a society that respects the dignity of every single person. And we're working to realize it. We work with others who share our vision to tackle the most pressing injustices of our day - from the causes and consequences of mass incarceration, racial disparities, and the loss of public trust in law enforcement, to the unmet needs of the vulnerable, the marginalized, and those harmed by crime and violence.