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Internships at Agard Research Associates Inc.

Internships provide students and early-career professionals with hands-on experience in research, policy analysis, communications, and nonprofit operations. The program connects academic training to applied work, allowing participants to contribute directly to projects that advance accessible, evidence-based scholarship.

Interns are assigned to a department and work under the supervision of the office responsible for that area. Depending on academic background and interest, an intern may prepare research briefs, support outreach initiatives, organize research data, or assist with the production of reports and public materials. Assignments are matched to demonstrated skills and organizational need.

Appointments are part-time and vary in duration according to academic schedules and organizational capacity. Remote and hybrid arrangements are available for most positions. Interns receive access to the organization's Microsoft 365 environment for collaboration and project participation. All accounts remain the property of Agard Research Associates Inc. and must be used in accordance with the organization's data protection and communication policies.

Internships are unpaid. Interns seeking academic credit should confirm their institution's requirements before applying, and the organization will complete institutional documentation where it can. Interns may request a completion letter or reference at the successful conclusion of an appointment, and contributions to published work are credited in accordance with the Publication and Authorship Policy.

Current Internship Openings

Policy Research Intern

The Policy Research Intern contributes to policy briefs, research reports, and analytical publications under the supervision of Research and Programs. The position offers direct experience in policy analysis, literature review, and evidence-based research methods.

Reports to: Research and Programs


Time commitment: Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

Responsibilities

  • Conduct literature reviews and source gathering on assigned policy topics

  • Summarize and synthesize academic articles, government reports, and policy documents

  • Draft assigned sections of policy briefs and research reports for review

  • Support fact checking and source verification for publications

  • Organize and format reference materials and bibliographies

  • Participate in research team meetings and project discussions

Qualifications

  • Current student or recent graduate in public policy, political science, history, or a related field

  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills

  • Familiarity with academic databases and citation formats

  • Attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

  • Interest in policy analysis, institutional design, or workforce and veterans policy.

Education and Outreach Intern

The Education and Outreach Intern helps develop educational materials, workshops, and presentations that translate research into accessible resources for students, professionals, and the public.

Reports to: Communications, in coordination with Research and Programs


Time commitment: Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

Responsibilities

  • Develop educational content, guides, and workshop materials for review

  • Support planning and coordination of webinars, presentations, and outreach events

  • Adapt research findings into accessible formats for varied audiences

  • Prepare outreach materials for schools, community organizations, and professional groups

  • Compile feedback and evaluation data from educational programming

  • Contribute to strategies for expanding community engagement

Qualifications

  • Current student or recent graduate in education, communications, public policy, or a related field

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to create clear, accessible content for varied audiences

  • Organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Experience with event planning or facilitation an advantage

  • Interest in public engagement, community education, or knowledge dissemination

Data and Analytics Intern

The Data and Analytics Intern organizes and interprets data from research studies, reports, and external sources to support publications and evidence-based analysis. Work involving personal or sensitive data is performed under the direction of the Data Protection Officer.

Reports to: Research and Programs


Time commitment: Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

Responsibilities

  • Compile and organize data from research instruments, reports, and external sources

  • Clean, format, and prepare datasets for analysis

  • Assist with descriptive statistical analysis and interpretation

  • Produce visualizations, charts, and summary tables for reports and publications

  • Document data sources, transformations, and methodological decisions

  • Maintain organized data files and project archives

Qualifications

  • Current student or recent graduate in data science, statistics, social sciences, or a related field

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, with Python, R, or SPSS an advantage

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

  • Ability to communicate findings clearly to non-technical audiences

  • Interest in research methods, policy analysis, or evidence-based decision making

Organizational Management Intern

The Organizational Management Intern supports administrative planning, project coordination, and the documentation of internal processes. The position offers exposure to the operational infrastructure of a mission-driven research organization.

Reports to: Assigned supervisor in the department of appointment


Time commitment: Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

Responsibilities

  • Assist with project planning, tracking, and coordination

  • Support development and documentation of internal processes and procedures

  • Help maintain departmental calendars and digital filing systems

  • Assist with preparation of materials for program and departmental meetings

  • Track administrative deadlines and support routine operational reporting

  • Contribute to special projects and operational initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

  • Current student or recent graduate in business administration, public administration, nonprofit management, or a related field

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

  • Interest in nonprofit operations, organizational development, or institutional management

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Communications and Media Intern

The Communications and Media Intern drafts announcements, articles, and social media content that convey ongoing projects and research findings to public audiences. All material is prepared for review and approval before publication.

Reports to: Communications


Time commitment: Approximately 10 to 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

Responsibilities

  • Draft and edit copy for social media platforms and organizational announcements

  • Write articles, summaries, and promotional materials for editorial review

  • Schedule approved content according to the communications calendar

  • Support consistency of messaging and visual identity across platforms

  • Monitor engagement and compile basic analytics reports

  • Contribute to communications planning and content calendars

Qualifications

  • Current student or recent graduate in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field

  • Strong writing and editing skills

  • Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems

  • Basic graphic design skills, such as VistaCreate or Canva

  • Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

  • Interest in nonprofit communications, public engagement, or research dissemination

Become a part of the mission

Internship appointments are unpaid. Students and early-career professionals are encouraged to complete the application form linked below.

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Applicants selected for further consideration receive onboarding materials, including the Member Handbook, the Code of Conduct acknowledgment, and the Confidentiality and Data Protection Agreement, each of which must be executed before an appointment begins.

 

Questions may be directed to opportunities@agardresearchassociates.org.

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