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Fall Social Media Outreach Internship with Consumer Reports

Consumers Union, publisher of Consumer Reports, is an independent nonprofit testing and information organization, serving only the consumer. We are comprehensive source of unbiased advice about products and services, personal finance, health, nutrition, and other consumer concerns. Since 1936, our mission has been to test products, inform the public, and protect consumers.

Consumers Union, the policy and advocacy division of Consumer Reports, announces one paid internship position for a current college or graduate student to assist with our social media outreach.

Qualifications Include:

● Knowledge of social networking tools, especially Facebook administration and Twitter

● General knowledge of public policy

● Highly developed writing skills

● The ability to work with focus in a fas-t­paced, results­-oriented environment

Field of Study: Social Sciences / journalism / marketing 

Key Responsibilities:

● Reach new audiences/ expand our network of online activists using social networking channels and assist in community engagement and management

● Assist in the research of emerging social networks, listening tools, trends and policies

● Create written content for social media posts relevant to our advocacy issues.

● Coordinate communication and copy approval across all issue specific campaign areas within the organization, including by not limited to financial protections, patient safety, healthcare reform, green energy, telecommunications privacy, food/product safety and consumer recalls or scams. Knowledge of these issue areas is appreciated, but not required.

Apply now for this position.

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Fall Policy & Research Internship with Workers Defense Project – Apply by 8/15

Workers Defense Project seeks Policy and Research Interns Fall 2015

WDP offers an opportunity for aspiring researchers to get hands on experience with community-based research. Interns will learn a wide range of research skills from policy analysis to data collection, and primary data research design. Interns will learn to use public information laws to collect critical data for organizing campaigns, as well as an introduction to corporate research. The intern will also learn basic organizing skills and support the organization’s policy campaigns at the local and state level. Internship opportunities are available in Austin and Dallas, Texas.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. The final deadline to apply is August 15th.

Internship Period: September 1- December 15.

The Research and Policy intern will work with WDP’s Research Coordinator to conduct strategic research to advance our campaigns to win better working conditions for low wage workers. The intern will also assist with developing and testing primary data collection tools for documenting the working conditions of low-wage construction workers. Research and policy advocacy play a critical role in our successful model of policy change that has won better wages and safer working conditions for thousands of workers in Texas.

Requirements:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Conversant in Spanish, preferred.
  • Computer literate: Word, Internet, and e-mail
  • Ability to work independently
  • Commitment to social justice
  • Available for 12-15 hours a week, during business hours, some evening hours may be possible.

Responsibilities :

  • Assist with research study of approximately 1,000 construction workers in the southern U.S., including piloting survey questions, collecting background data, and assisting with methodology development
  • Assist in obtaining and analyzing work-related injury and illness data from Texas hospitals and from existing national surveys
  • Develop construction industry fact sheets

Compensation :

  • Life-long experience and skills
  • Referrals for future employment
  • $150 stipend per month
  • Possible class credit

WDP strongly encourages women, people of color, immigrants, and LGBTQ individuals to apply.

How to apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and two professional references to Bethany Boggess at bethany@workersdefense.org For questions, please call 512-743-0611.

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AngelouEconomics: Economic Development Research Internship Position

Are you detail oriented? Do you enjoy digging for data? Is information or data design in your DNA?

AngelouEconomics (AE) is a highly-respected, economic development and site location consulting firm based in Austin, TX. Our dynamic team of consultants and researchers apply their extensive knowledge of Economics, Urban Planning, Business and Data Analysis to create customized strategies and analyses for public and private sector clients. This includes helping communities attract new businesses for expansion, conducting economic impact analyses, and developing comprehensive economic development strategic plans for communities (e.g. cities, counties, states).

Our team is currently looking for enthusiastic and creative individuals to join in the Fall 2015 Internship Program. This semester we are seeking candidates with experience and interest in data analysis and management to be involved in various research initiatives within the firm. The day-to-day and semester long tasks may include, but are not limited to:

  • Gathering, analyzing, and updating economic and demographic data from various sources
  • Conducting research into economic development indicators and trends
  • Summarizing best practices in economic development from around the globe
  • Shadowing staff members through client and internal meetings
  • Contributing and managing content for the AE blog and social media
  • Completing an end of term project, such as the development of a case study or research tool

AE prides itself on helping its interns apply their academic knowledge to real-world situations while providing professional feedback and other job-enhancing opportunities. Interns applying to the fall program can expect to experience all facets of our office and participate in a range of opportunities, including AE’s meetings and sharpening professional skills. As an AE intern, you’ll be able to participate in the perks of life at AE, including regular training sessions and webinars, professional development seminars, group lunches and other activities.

Interns are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the fall semester. AE is prepared to provide a stipend based upon the candidate’s experience.

Requirements:

  • College graduate (BA or higher) or in process of earning your college degree
  • Independent, self-directed worker
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to understand and organize data
  • Internet research savvy
  • Comfortable with phone interaction with clients
  • Previous internship or related work experience a plus

Please submit a resume and cover letter to info@angeloueconomics.com. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. The internship will begin in early September.