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UL Inclusive Economy Lab
About the Department
About the Department
Founded in 2015, The University of Chicago Inclusive Economy Lab
conducts rigorous research that expands economic opportunity for people
harmed by discrimination, disinvestment, and segregation. One of five
Urban Labs based at the Harris School of Public Policy, the Inclusive
Economy Lab is led by Pritzker Director Marianne Bertrand, Chris P.
Dialynas Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the Booth
School of Business.
Job Information
Job Summary:
Temporary Policy Research Interns will assist project staff various
tasks on a research project. We are looking for motivated individuals
who are passionate about evidence-based policy and promoting economic
stability and opportunity. This internship is a great opportunity to
help you improve your research and job readiness skills, while
contributing to rigorous research at IEL.
Responsibilities:
- Data entry and online research.
- Participating in qualitative research such as interviewing,
transcribing, or conducting qualitative coding.
- Producing literature reviews.
- Writing, formatting, and editing reports and works for
dissemination.
- Administrative tasks for IEL projects or operations.
- Other related work as needed.
Competencies:
- Ability to engage thoughtfully with issues related to race,
identity, and work across difference.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others.
- Ability to work discretely with sensitive and confidential data.
- Knowledge of research theory, methods, and literature.
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Requirements
Education, Experience, or Certifications:
Education:
- High School Diploma required.
- Significant progress towards a degree in a social science
disciplinepreferred.
Pay Range:
Required Documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter, including a list of the IEL program areas ranked by
your level of interest (College and Career Success, Financial
Security, Housing Stability, and Quality Jobs)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Benefit Eligibility
No
Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
No
Pay Frequency
Hourly
Pay Range
Depends on Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Union
Non-Union
Job is Exempt
No
Drug Test Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Posting Date
2024-01-23
Remove from Posting On or Before
2024-07-23
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encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of
individuals, and ideas to inform nd stimulate intellectual challenge,
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