TICAS Research Intern

Research Intern

Position summary: TICAS seeks a research intern for Spring 2010 to help analyze responses to a consumer survey about Income-Based Repayment, a new federal student loan repayment program. The ideal candidate has experience with survey or market research, strong analytical and writing skills, and an interest in public policy. Must enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment that requires significant individual initiative as well as teamwork.

This internship will be paid, part-time, and temporary, and based in our downtown Oakland office. We are looking to fill the position as soon as possible and conclude the survey analysis within 4-6 weeks. To learn more about Income-Based Repayment, visit www.IBRinfo. org. The survey is online at http://www.surveymo nkey.com/ s/BH8WVB9.

Responsibilities:

•Learn the basic structure, rules, and procedures of Income-Based Repayment.

•Analyze more than 6,000 responses to an online survey about the implementation of Income-Based Repayment, including many free-form written responses.

•Identify, analyze and document patterns and trends.

•Gather more information from selected survey respondents when necessary.

•Summarize survey results in writing and contribute to press release and other content.

Qualifications:

•MA or current graduate student in a related field (e.g., public policy, education, sociology) preferred. Undergraduates with strong research experience and proven analytical skills may also apply.

•Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills and experience.

•Proven ability to analyze and synthesize nuanced text and data.

•Proficiency with Microsoft Excel a must; experience with Survey Monkey a plus.

•Interest in promoting educational opportunity.

Our Organization: An independent, nonprofit organization, the Institute for College Access & Success works to make higher education more available and affordable for people of all backgrounds. By conducting and supporting nonpartisan research, analysis, and advocacy, the Institute aims to improve the processes and public policies that can pave the way to successful educational outcomes for students and for society.

Please email a resume and cover letter to Edie Irons at irons [at] ticas [dot] org with "Research Internship" in the subject line. No calls, please. The position will remain open until it is filled. TICAS is an equal opportunity employer.