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Dept. of the Treasury - Summer 2018 Internships

Posted: 06 Dec 2017 07:28 AM PST

The Office of Economic Policy, U.S. Treasury Department is currently looking for college students interested in Economics, Finance, or Public Policy for our Summer 2018 internship session.  Our program runs year round with three sessions:  January through May, May through August, and September through December.  Our program is about substance.  Interns are generally assigned a long-term research project as well as smaller projects.  They are also expected to attend Congressional Hearings and think tank lectures and presentations and summarize these events for the Assistant Secretary and other senior level economists. Candidates should have strong writing skills, be able to work independently, be well organized and highly motivated.  Interns are expected to work between 30 and 40 hours a week.  There is some flexibility in the work hours if you are taking classes while in D.C.  Our intern positions are unpaid.  Under some circumstances, we do provide a subway subsidy to help defray commuting expenses.


If you are interested in applying, submit your resume (with your GPA included), a copy of your transcript (unofficial will suffice), two writing samples and three references (names and contact information) to Christine.Devlin@treasury.govApplications are due March 1, 2018.  U.S. citizenship required. All candidates must be currently enrolled as a full time student in a college or university.  For further information, please contact Christine Devlin, Office of Economic Policy, U.S. Treasury Department, 202-622-2020.

Maryland Democratic Party Seeks Spring 2018 Interns

Posted: 06 Dec 2017 07:26 AM PST

With an eye towards the 2018 election cycle, a Maryland Democratic Party Internship will be a valuable experience which will give students and recent graduates experience in electoral politics and the opportunity to learn about the state, the political process, and to meet many of Maryland's elected leaders.

Internship Program
The Maryland Democratic Party Internship Program provides undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates, a unique opportunity to gain hands on experience in Maryland's political process.

We are now accepting applications for Spring 2018 Maryland Democratic Party Internships. The internship will run from January 2018 to May 2018.

The internship will be based at our office in Annapolis.

General intern duties and responsibilities include:
Assist in drafting Party communications
Assist in the management and growth of Party data lists 
Assist in Party event planning
Communicate with Democratic Party officials, offices and staff 
Build relationships with Democratic affiliated organizations 
Conduct issue, candidate, and event research
General office support and organization


Requirements
A passion for politics, especially Maryland politics
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
A good sense of humor and a commitment to democratic values
Ability to commute to our office in Annapolis
Interns should be prepared to use their own laptop computers
Interns may be asked to attend events in Annapolis and around the state of Maryland.

Schedule
Interns must commit to a minimum of twelve hours per week during normal business hours
Schedules will be set with your direct MDP supervisor

This is an unpaid, volunteer internship position.

Tyler Carr, Data Director
Maryland Democratic Party
tcarr@mddems.org
O: (410) 269-8818
C: (443) 949-6489

Paid for by the Maryland Democratic Party, Robert J. Kresslein, Treasurer


Research Assistant - Brookings Institution

Posted: 06 Dec 2017 07:23 AM PST

Join the top-ranked think tank for domestic economic policy! We invite you to apply for a position in the Brookings Institution's Economic Policy program (ES), where research assistants support experts as they focus on addressing obstacles to long-term economic growth and opportunity. ES Scholars provide insights to achieving and maintaining a strong labor market, designing sound fiscal policy, investing in human capital and infrastructure, improving the regulatory system, developing practical solutions to health policy, addressing concerns about pensions and retirement savings, and advancing opportunity and social mobility.

ES is committed to investing in the next generation of economic policy experts; each year ES employs approximately fifteen research assistants for one or two year appointments. We aim to recruit top talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to work on emerging and critical policy issues and offer innovative policy recommendations to improve the nation's economic future.

Research assistant positions in Economic Studies are entry-level and involve data analysis, verification of statistical and other material in manuscripts, statistical calculations, literature searches, and drafting written materials. The below allocation of duties describes the average division between tasks; the actual work will vary depending on the particular project needs of the scholars or centers to whom the RA is assigned. This position offers no opportunity for independent research during the first year. This position is best suited for those who have received an undergraduate degree in Economics, Mathematics, or other social sciences with a minor in Economics. Preferred start date is between June 1 and August 1. The starting annual salary will be mid 40's.

For additional details  https://careers-brookings.icims.com/jobs/1640/research-assistant/job
Please note that applicants will need to submit a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and a transcript. The application deadline is February 16, 2018.


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