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UL Crime Ed Lab Interns and Temporary Staff
About the Department
In cities across the country, people face high rates of gun violence,
under-resourced schools, and social harms associated with the criminal
justice system - all of which disproportionately impact people of color.
These inequalities have profound consequences on public safety and
opportunity. As a society we have failed to address these challenges, in
part, because of our lack of understanding of the most effective and
cost-effective solutions that can have a real impact on people\'s lives.
We believe that rigorous research can help.
The University of Chicago Crime Lab and Education Lab partner with
cities and communities to use data and rigorous research to design,
test, and scale programs and policies that enhance public safety,
improve educational outcomes, and advance justice. Our mission is to
combine world-class data science and research, in partnership with
government agencies, to substantially improve the effectiveness of the
public sector and achieve impact at scale.
For more information about our work, visit the Crime Lab and Education
Lab websites.
Job Information
Job Summary:
The Project Management summer internship is a great opportunity to gain
a deeper understanding of policy research and to develop research
skills. This position will be full-time for approximately 37.5 hours per
week.
Responsibilities:
Assist with project implementation.
Conduct literature reviews of relevant policy and research topics.
Writing, formatting, and editing reports and works for
dissemination.
Coordinate with internal and external partners.
Administrative tasks.
Competencies:
Interest in and aptitude for developing practical understanding of
social policy research.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability
to synthesize multiple sources required.
Strong initiative and a resourceful approach to problem-solving and
learning are required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.
Sound critical thinking skills required.
Knowledge of the substantive policy area strongly preferred.
Additional Responsibilities
Education, Experience, or Certifications:
Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Significant progress towards a degree in social science discipline
such as economics, public policy, or sociology with coursework in
basic research concepts and methods, preferred.
Technical Knowledge or Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required.
Required Documents:
Resume
Cover letter
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Job Family
Temporary Staff
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Frequency
Hourly
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Range
\$16.00 - \$22.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University\'s good faith
estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of
posting.
Benefits Eligible
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity,
national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a
disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other
protected classes under the law. For additional information please see
the University\'s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the
application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic
community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and
encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of
individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge,
engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that
includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not
automatically preclude University employme
