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Maret 31, 2021

ECON Undergraduates Blog

Urban Institute: Hiring 3 Research Assistants (Metropolitan Housing and Communities Policy Center)

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 09:55 AM PDT

 

The Research Assistant is responsible for assisting senior researchers and research teams in successfully executing defined research tasks. This position will be aligned with one of Metro's research practice areas.

Learn more and apply here

Responsibilities include:

  • Collection and analysis of qualitative and/or quantitative data. Including producing literature reviews, conducting fieldwork (such as interviews and site visits, managing data, and using computer programs for data processing and analysis,
  • Production of tables, charts, and maps.
  • Contributing to and/or editing various publications for different audiences, including research reports, briefs, blogs, and other deliverables.
  • Completion of logistical tasks for research proposals, internal and external research events, and research management.
  • Completion of administrative tasks such as tracking project timelines, project reporting, taking and summarizing meeting minutes, and other tasks as assigned.
  • Independent time management and collaboration with teams to prioritize and complete multiple tasks.

What you'll bring: 

The successful candidate will have:

  • Bachelor's degree or associate's degree with equivalent experience required, preferably in the field of Public Policy, Urban Studies, Urban Planning, Data Science, Sociology, Economics, Statistics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Social Welfare, Education, Psychology, or related field of inquiry.
  • Demonstrated qualitative and/or quantitative research skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities.
  • Capacity to conduct library and internet research quickly and with strong critical thinking analysis.
  • Proficiency with publication, spreadsheet, and presentation graphics software.
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools and software such as Stata, R, or SAS.
  • Strong time management skills and high level of professionalism.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team.
  • High level of organization and motivation, creativity, and self-confidence; we seek individuals who can work effectively, independently, and simultaneously on multiple projects.
  • Bilingual abilities, although not required are a plus.
  • Have a willingness and ability to travel when conditions make travel safe.       
  • Strong interest in one or more of the following topics: housing and housing-related assistance programs, homelessness, demographic and population studies, urban planning and land use, community economic development, city governance and public-sector capacity, physical and environmental quality, and Housing and neighborhoods as a platform for other household and societal outcomes, structural racism and inequality. 

Avascent Consulting is hiring seniors for full-time roles, deadline April 16

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 09:49 AM PDT

 

Avascent, a leading strategy and management consulting firm, is hiring Full Time Analysts to start in Fall 2021. If you're interested in launching your career, building your community, and working at the crossroads of industries, this position is for you.

Our Analysts are part of the team. You'll learn a lot, have real responsibility, and work on projects for clients at the cutting edge of technology. We'll give you room to grow and put you on teams that develop and challenge you. The skills, mentors, and friendships you develop with Avascent will carry you forward, both at the firm and beyond.

Interested? Learn more about why Ally & Alex chose to apply to Avascent and submit your application here by April 16th for our Full Time Analyst position.

Summer Internship with Young Men's Democratic Club of Prince George's County Internship (with Stipend)

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 07:45 AM PDT

This fellowship will give young leaders hands-on experience with both state and national politics. Fellows will have the opportunity to work with the political, fundraising, digital, communications, data, field, and operations departments. The fellowship will cover an eight-week period this summer. Fellows will either work remotely or out of the Maryland Democratic Party office in Annapolis depending on need and public health guidance. Fellows will be expected to commit at least twenty hours per week. Up to a $2,500 stipend will be paid to each fellow to cover related expenses. In addition to a stipend, these individuals will gain valuable experience on the inner workings of Maryland Politics. Fellows will develop valuable skills and relationships working with Maryland Democratic Party staff and elected officials.

Apply at this link: Young Men's Democratic Club of Prince George's County Fellowship Program - The Maryland Democratic Party (mddems.org)

A Discussion with Dr. Valeria Rueda

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 06:25 AM PDT

The Center for Archival Futures (CAFe) in the iSchool is pleased to host Dr. Valeria Rueda for a discussion on April 7th, 4-5pm Eastern Time. Sign up information: https://cafe.ischool.umd.edu/events/
Dr. Rueda is a lecturer in Economics at the University of Nottingham's School of Economics. She received a PhD in Economics from Sciences Po, Paris in 2016. After that she was a Career Development Fellow at the University of Oxford (Pembroke College), and a member of the Economic and Social History Research group. Her work aims at understanding the long-term determinants of income inequality across regions using a quantitative historical perspective. She is particularly interested in the role of culture—especially religion—on development, but this is not her only subject. Valeria was born in Colombia, where she lived until she was 18 years old, before moving to France to pursue her higher education.

Title and Abstract: 'Using geographical archival resources for quantitative history: a practitioner's perspective'

Since the 2000s, there has been a rapid increase in economic history work. This booming literature has benefitted from expanding access to technologies such as optical character recognition (OCR) and geographic information systems (GIS), which allow researchers to use archival materials in innovative ways. Different research projects I have conducted, on early 20th century Christian missions in Africa and on the demographic history of the Italian unification, have used geographical information systems to combine historical data derived from archival resources and modern datasets in order to gain new insights on the long-term determinants of income inequality across regions. This talk will give an overview of how social scientists have used geographical archival resources in combination with modern data and explain the main challenges faced when doing so. How might archival practice change in future to better support these kinds of data extraction and combination efforts?

Summer Research Internship Project on Prosperity and Development (Summer 2021) Center For Strategic and International Studies

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 06:20 AM PDT

CSIS is seeking four full-time virtual interns to join the Project on Prosperity and Development (PPD) starting in early June. Internships are seasonal and typically last 3 months with the possibility of extension up to 6 months at the discretion of the program. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter their available start and end dates. Candidates will be considered without regard for physical location but must be legally eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the position.

Interns are primarily responsible for conducting research on international development, development finance, U.S. foreign policy, international organizations, private sector engagement on development, trade issues, and more. Interns also lead social media efforts, write a blog post to be published on CSIS Prosper, and assist in event planning and management. Because of the fast-paced work environment, interns should be motivated self-starters with a strong writing background and excellent attention to detail.

Candidates should be expected to be at their professional best through the course of this internship and be prepared to work on a diverse set of research topics. The interns will report to Program Coordinator, Shannon McKeown.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

RESEARCH AND WRITING (60 %)
  • Conduct literature reviews, and compile and analyze data for ongoing research projects.
  • Provide other research, writing, and editing support for various reports and documents.
  • Support written products through background research, copy-editing, and editing citations as necessary.
  • Collaborate with and support multiple staff members on different research projects on topics ranging from the future of work, forced migration, conflict and stabilization, development finance, quality infrastructure, and other sustainability and capacity building topics in the developing world.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES (40 %)
  • Manage content on Twitter, Facebook, the CSIS website, and contribute to the program's development blog, CSIS Prosper.
  • Promote PPD's public events on Twitter in the weeks or days before and live tweet on the day of the event.
  • Assist in preparation for meetings, private and public events, and conferences.
  • Virtually attend meetings and events to take notes on various topics related to international development in addition to other forms of event support, some of which may be before or after work hours.
  • Perform ad hoc requests and other duties as necessary in support of staff members.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree (or current student) in economics, international development, political science, or a related field.
  • Full-time availability for 35 hours/week (required) between early June and late August 2021.
  • Demonstrate the ability to take detailed notes during meetings in an effective manner.
  • Demonstrate professional communication skills in conversation with colleagues and high-level stakeholders and be able to communicate ideas clearly in various written formats.
  • Outstanding attention to detail; proven ability to advance research projects with hands-off supervision while being accountable for the accuracy of outputs.
  • Familiarity with creating footnotes in accordance with the Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition.
  • Experience using Twitter and Facebook in a professional capacity.
  • Demonstrated understanding of CSIS purpose and function, as well as a familiarity with PPD.
  • Flexibility and the ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and sense of humor.
  • Prior internship experience is a plus, although not required.
Interested applicants should submit a resumé and cover letter through CSIS SilkRoad at https://csiscareers.silkroad.com. For best consideration, apply by April 15.

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