The Political Science Department of Columbia University is looking for interns to assist on a summer research project studying political opinion among Latinos in Texas. Interns will collect surveys at doors and over the phone in Austin neighborhoods during evening and weekends in June.
The project is part of a broader research effort that is the first of its kind. The project will be supervised by Professor Donald Green from the Political Science Department at Columbia University and David Broockman at the University of California-Berkeley.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience for students who are thinking about working in political campaigns, applying to graduate programs, or learning about statistics or survey methodology. All interns will receive basic training in data gathering, survey methodology, and research design from Narayani Lasala-Blanco, expert in survey design from the Political Science Department at Columbia University.
Details:
– Interns will work approximately 3 hours a day during weeknights and seven hours a day during weekends, for approximately 30 hours a week total.
– Pay will range from $10 to $15 per hour, depending on experience and language skills.
– The internship will last four weeks, from approximately June 1 – June 30, with the potential for extension in August and September.
– Undergraduate and graduate students from all fields and majors are encouraged to apply.
Interested students should email Narayani Lasala (ml2362@columbia.edu).
Interested students should email Narayani Lasala (ml2362@columbia.edu).
Emails should include:
1. A CV that includes a brief description of your academic background and GPA.
1. A CV that includes a brief description of your academic background and GPA.
2. A brief statement of why you are interested in participating.
3. Confirmation of availability during evenings and weekends in late May and June.
3. Specific availability in the next 1-2 weeks for a Skype or phone interview.
3. Confirmation of availability during evenings and weekends in late May and June.
3. Specific availability in the next 1-2 weeks for a Skype or phone interview.
4. Whether you own an iPad, tablet, or a smartphone you could use during the project.
5. Whether you have a car or would need transportation to the survey sites. (If you are interested in providing transportation the research team from campus to the neighborhoods, we would reimburse you for the gas and receive additional compensation.)