Internships

Research Intern (Columbus Office)

Conduct research on issues impacting Ohio families, especially tax and budget, work and wages, public services, infrastructure, sustainability, education or asset building.
Access public data and policies, work with datasets, assess policy outcomes.
Write blog posts and/or co-write reports under staff guidance.

All interns will participate enthusiastically in a collaborative, mission-oriented, friendly workplace.

Requirements

Desire to explore and elevate public policy solutions that better serve working families.
Devotion to creating a more equitable economy.
High standards and attention to detail.
Ability to write on research topics effectively.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Comfortable computing basic statistics.
Minimum of 24 hours per week in the summer, 12 hours per week during the school year.
On site in our Columbus office during regular business hours: M-F 9am-5pm.
Ability to work independently and take initiativ.
Current undergrad or graduate student, or degree holder.

Useful, but not required skills

Experience in policy analysis and policy research;.
Coursework in political science, government, economics, or statistics.
Experience with statistical programs, web design, or other specialized software.
Desire to learn about or work in the nonprofit sector.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities strongly encouraged to apply.

Being a Policy Matters intern is a great way to:

Do substantive, interesting work in one or more policy areas, including tax and budget, economics, consumer protection, asset building, education, green energy.
Learn how a policy research institute operates.
Help produce high-quality research, provide support for our fundraising efforts, and/or assist in maximizing the effectiveness of our organization’s communications.
Be a vital part of our small, enthusiastic, congenial staff.
Help gain media attention for important issues facing working families in Ohio.
Help us interact with policy makers.

We accept interns for the following terms:

To Apply:

Please email your résumé with a letter of interest and 4-7 page writing sample.

For Columbus: to Kalitha Williams at KWilliams@policymattersohio.org.

It is recommended that applications for the summer be submitted by mid-March. Materials will be accepted until the program is full.