Research Intern
Washington, DC
Internship
Hybrid
$18/hr - $28/hr
Intern/New Grad
AARP is leading a revolution in the way people view and live life after 50. The AARP Foundation's Insights & Evidence team is seeking a Research Intern to support research projects aimed at reducing poverty and improving the financial well-being of older adults through data analysis and strategic planning.
Responsibilities
- Conduct desk research, literature reviews, and landscape analyses on topics related to anti-poverty and social innovation, focusing on economic mobility, financial well-being, and social connection among older adults
- Collect, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data from external and internal sources (e.g., publicly available datasets, proprietary surveys) to generate insights on older Americans with low income to inform program design, strategic planning, and thought leadership development
- Conduct desk research to identify impact/performance metrics, as well as suitable benchmarks, for social innovations/initiatives in the areas of interest
- Contribute to the creation of reports, presentations, data visuals, and other research deliverables
- Contribute to the development of research tools and data collection instruments
- Support the coordination and project management of research activities and projects
- Apply inquiry and problem-solving skills to advance the efficiency of research processes
Qualification
Required
- Currently enrolled in a master's or doctoral program in economics, public policy, public health, demography, gerontology, or a related field in the social sciences
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
- In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
Preferred
- Prior experience conducting research projects, including experience with landscape analysis and systematic literature reviews
- Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R), qualitative software (NVivo, Atlas.ti), reference management software (e.g., EndNote, Zotero), or data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)