Organizational Background
The League of Women Voters of the United States (LWVUS) is a nonpartisan, community-based membership organization dedicated to empowering citizens and ensuring an effective democracy. Founded in 1920 as an outgrowth of the struggle to win voting rights for women, the League has more than 300,000 members and supporters and is organized in every state. The League continues to lead efforts in the voting rights arena to remove barriers in registering to vote and casting a ballot.
Position Summary
LWVUS seeks a bright, motivated intern to join the Evaluation and Outcomes team. The intern will help guide the organization’s direction through the data analysis and data visualization projects. This is a paid internship.
Responsibilities
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Using qualitative and quotative methods to analyze programmatic data on electoral activities,
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Creating data collection tools (surveys, interview and focus group protocols)
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Preparing data visualizations on LWV’s activities (factsheets on, infographics)
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Analyzing data in LWV’s data management systems; Salesforce, SurveyMonkey, and more.
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Representing the organization as needed at meetings and forums,
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Providing staff and League Members with technical assistance on data and evaluation,
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
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Bachelors degree required. Ideal for a student pursuing a Masters in Public Policy, Political Science, Latino Studies, Education, Sociology, Mathematics, Statistics, Urban Studies,
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Strong writing and analytical skills,
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Strong project management skills,
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Ability to manage multiple tasks,
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Highly organized, high level of attention to detail,
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Positive attitude, ability to work in teams, and
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Supportive of LWV’s mission.
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Prior experience with Tableau, Salesforce, SurveyMonkey (preferred).
How to Apply
Please email [email protected] with Evaluation and Outcomes Internship in the subject line and attach the following:
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a cover letter explaining why you are interested in working with the League;
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a current resume;
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contact information for three references.
Please apply by Friday, December 20th, 2019.
The League is committed to:
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Hiring staff that reflects this country's full range of racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic identity;
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creates a workplace where true diversity is fostered and different perspectives are valued and freely exchanged;
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ensures that all members of the League of Women Voters of the United States community feel welcome and respected, and have equal opportunities to thrive and advance within our organization; and
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is committed to supporting low-income communities and communities of color particularly affected by social inequities.
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