From our collegues in GES and CS3:

Job title

Qualitative researcher: housing and policing research project

Job description

I am seeking a research assistant to contribute to a study on the connection between housing insecurity and policing in U.S. cities. The goal of the study is to intervene in dominant interpretations and responses to the U.S. housing crisis and to understand the role of policing and incarceration in this crisis. The main responsibilities of this position will be to read, interpret and discuss an archive of interviews conducted with individuals experiencing homelessness, incarceration or probation in 2020-2021. 

This position is planned for 10 hours a week, with some flexibility. The position will begin as soon as possible and continue for the duration of the academic year. Please indicate your earliest possible start date in your statement of interest. There is also potential for this position to continue beyond the academic year, so please indicate where you are in your studies and when you plan to graduate.

Helpful qualifications

• an interest in and sensitivity to the subject of the research
• experience with activism, organizing or advocacy on issues surrounding housing, policing, incarceration or related topics
• background in critical theory from one or more perspectives, such as race/ethnicity, gender/sexuality, or disability
• experience with Nvivo or other qualitative research software for coding

Responsibilities

• reading, coding, interpreting, and discussing interviews
• eventual potential for literature review and/or writing

Application materials

• personal statement / statement of interest (1-page single space max describing your background and research interests as well as your interest in the position)
• CV or resume
• unofficial transcript
• writing or assignment sample (optional)
• two references (optional— if this is a barrier please indicate)

Timeline

The first review of applications will take place on October 15 and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

CEQ interns are supervised by CEQ staff, and provide critical research and writing assistance on a range of environmental policies such as: implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), environmental justice, sustainability, climate change, resilience, public lands, water, and transportation. Through CEQ’s participation in policy processes across the Federal government, interns have the opportunity to perform diverse and substantive policy work. Duties include but are not limited to: researching policy issues; assisting the staff in drafting fact sheets, memos, and blogs; attending meetings; liaising with external stakeholders; managing projects; performing administrative tasks; and other duties as assigned.  The office environment is fast-paced, so accuracy and attention to detail are absolute requirements. 

Qualifications Needed 

CEQ seeks current undergraduate and graduate students who are:

• Highly motivated

• Willing to contribute where needed

• Able to handle fast-paced and quick turnaround assignments

• Excellent communicators

• Able to exercise professional judgment and maturity

• Computer literate

There are no curricular requirements for selection as an intern; however, CEQ prefers applicants who have completed relevant coursework, and whose work experience demonstrates a commitment to environment, climate change, or natural resource issues.

CEQ offers part-time (16 – 34 hours per week) and full-time (minimum 35 hours per week) internships, with a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week. This is a paid internship and it is in person in Washington, D.C. Interns may not receive a separate outside source of funding from any third-party organization in connection with their participation in the CEQ internship. Please note that living accommodations and relocation support will not be provided. All interns must indicate their COVID-19 vaccination status prior to the start of the program and must adhere to any White House-determined COVID-19 protocols. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and if selected will be required to undergo a background check.

https://www.whitehouse.gov/get-involved/internships/ceq-internships/