Research Intern (Fall, 2024)
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to building a more equitable and just society through higher education. Through research, advocacy, policy development, and field engagement, IHEP drives systemic change in higher education to advance equitable outcomes and generational impact for communities historically marginalized on the basis of race, ethnicity or income.
ABOUT THE POSITION :
IHEP is seeking a research intern to join our team remotely for the fall term (August/September-December, 2024). The research team focuses on federal, state, and institutional policies related to racial and socioeconomic equity; postsecondary data and transparency; college access, affordability, success, and value; and projects that further the practical application of promising practices that drive postsecondary attainment, particularly for Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and underserved Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students and students from low-income backgrounds. In this role, interns are likely to participate in team and staff meetings, perform literature reviews, participate in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, summarize information from postsecondary-themed events, external meetings, and/or new research studies, support the development of research and policy reports as well as advocacy materials/efforts on topics such as postsecondary data, college completion and affordability, and support the preparation of convenings.
Although IHEP is headquartered in Washington, D.C., we have shifted to a hybrid environment that facilitates both virtual and in-person work. We welcome remote applicants for this position.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
QUALIFICATIONS : We are looking for a combination of the following skills and experience.
WORKING at IHEP:
IHEP recognizes that a talented and diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce benefits individuals, partners, and IHEP as a whole. We recognize that all employees bring their own capabilities, experiences, and characteristics to their work. IHEP believes in treating all individuals with respect and dignity and strives to achieve a supportive environment in which all employees reach their maximum potential. At IHEP, diversity encompasses differences including, but not limited to, those of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, religion, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, experience, and education. The wide array of perspectives that results from such diversity promotes innovation and business success, further supporting the organization’s mission.
IHEP values a healthy work-life balance and offers sick and holiday pay, flexible work arrangements, and a $100 technology stipend. Salary is commensurate with experience and the hourly pay range for our internship program is $20-24 per hour.
HOW TO APPLY:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should apply through this site and provide:
We will review applications on a rolling basis, but have a priority deadline to apply by July 26.
The Institute for Higher Education Policy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in all facets of the organization’s work.