Research Intern

2 weeks ago

Boston, United States ICIC Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $25/hr

Background:


The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC), a national non-profit organization founded in 1994 by Harvard Business School Professor Michael Porter, drives inclusive economic prosperity in U.S. under-resourced communities through innovative research and programs to create jobs, income, and wealth for local residents. ICIC brings together business and civic leaders to drive innovation and action, transform thinking, and accelerate economic development. ICIC’s research highlights the competitive advantages of under-resourced communities and informs its recommendations to business and civic leaders. At ICIC, you will work with talented, creative, and committed professionals in a collaborative culture dedicated to excellence and innovation. 


Position Summary:


ICIC is seeking a high-performing intern who will work closely with senior research staff to support research projects on economic development and business growth issues in under-resourced communities. The dates for the internship are negotiable but will require 8 weeks of full-time (40 hours/week) work. This is a fully remote position.


Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Assist in conducting primary research using surveys, interviews, and qualitative analysis.
  • Perform quantitative analysis with Excel and other data analysis software.
  • Compile and synthesize data and information from public and private sources, including literature reviews using secondary data sources.
  • Support management of databases and data sets.
  • Assist in the preparation of blog posts, reports, and presentation materials for external and internal audiences.

 

Required Qualifications:


  • Demonstrated experience conducting primary and secondary research.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with peers in a remote working environment.
  • Strong analytical skills, including some proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on projects independently.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
  • Curiosity and a desire to learn new quantitative or qualitative skills.


A successful candidate will be passionate about the work that we do at ICIC and have a desire to learn more about issues in public policy and economic development that affect residents of under-resourced communities. They will be comfortable working independently in a remote working environment while remaining flexible to shifting project priorities.

 

Why ICIC?


ICIC is the right place for you if you want to work in a dynamic and professional environment in an organization that is committed to improving the lives of residents of under-resourced communities. You will be exposed to unique research opportunities and learn more about working on a team and future career opportunities in research.


ICIC is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive organization. We provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender identity, family status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.


Application Details:


The position will remain open until filled, but priority will be given to those who apply by April 15, 2024. Please submit a resume and cover letter through our application page.


This is a remote position, but please note that ICIC is currently only able to employ individuals working from the following states: AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, KY, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OR, PA, TX, and VA.


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