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Internship Information
The Education Trust--West works for the high academic achievement of all students at all levels, kindergarten through college, and forver closing the achievement gaps that seperate low-income students and students of color from other youth. Our basic tenet is this - All children will learn at high levels when they are taught to high levels.
Internship Positions (2)
· Data and Policy Analyst Intern
· English Language Learner
Specialist Intern
Data and Policy Analyst Intern
The Education Trust—West is seeking a Data/Policy Analyst Intern. The Data/Policy Analyst Intern will work directly with EdTrust—West’s Senior Data and Policy Analyst, Director, and all other staff to review research and conduct policy analysis related to the organization’s core mission. The internship will provide opportunities to:
- Actively seek out, read, and summarize publicly available research reports that address education topics in California, primarily focusing on student achievement, achievement gaps, and policies aimed at closing those gaps.
- Track state and federal legislation that is relevant to the organization’s core mission
- Brief Executive Director and other staff on findings from research and legislative tracking
- “Package” data in formats designed for lay audiences, including EdTrust—West’s website and PowerPoint presentations.
A mix of strong analytical, research, and communication skills is essential for fulfilling these responsibilities. Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in education issues, and experience in education research or policy analysis is strongly desired. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is essential, as is familiarity with the Internet.
To Apply:
Candidates must have ability to work well under deadline pressure, be multi-task oriented, and have excellent attention to detail.
The program is designed for graduate students or exceptional undergraduates capable of doing staff level work under minimal supervision. Applicants should be serious-minded, highly motivated individuals. Interns are treated as members of the staff and are expected to perform a wide variety of tasks in addition to those mentioned above. Interns are exposed to all aspects of the work of the Education Trust—West while focusing on specific projects working directly with professional staff.
- Resume (be sure to include current, permanent and summer phone numbers and addresses if applicable).
- Contact information for two references: one academic, one professional.
- A writing sample. (Just one or two pages long, sections from a longer paper are fine.)
- A cover letter stating the position you are applying for, your availability (days/hours a week; starting and ending dates), and responses to the following questions:
1. What is your eventual goal in education?
2. What is your reason for seeking an internship at this time?
3. What do you hope to gain from this internship experience?
College credit may be arranged through the intern's sponsoring institution. A stipend may also apply.
An interview is mandatory and can be done in person, if you are local, or by telephone
English Language Learner Specialist Intern
The Education Trust—West is seeking an English Language Learner (ELL) Specialist Intern. The ELL Specialist Intern will work directly with EdTrust—West’s Director, Senior Associate and all other staff to assist the organization in developing its policy and advocacy agenda in the area of ELL education. The internship will provide opportunities to:
- Actively seek out, read, and summarize publicly available reports that address ELLs in California, primarily focusing on student achievement, achievement gaps, and policies aimed at closing those gaps.
- Track relevant state and federal legislation
- Brief Executive Director and other staff on findings from research and legislative tracking
- “Package” data in formats designed for lay audiences, including EdTrust’s website and PowerPoint presentations.
In addition to the above responsibilities, the ELL Specialist Intern also is strongly encouraged to proactively generate new ideas to help the Education Trust—West strengthen its advocacy efforts on behalf of ELLs in California.
A mix of strong analytical, research, and communication skills is essential for fulfilling these responsibilities. A background in education research or policy analysis is strongly desired and familiarity with ELL issues is required. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is essential, as is familiarity with the Internet.
To Apply:
Candidates must have ability to work well under deadline pressure, be multi-task oriented, and have excellent attention to detail.
The program is designed for graduate students or exceptional undergraduates capable of doing staff level work under minimal supervision. Applicants should be serious-minded, highly motivated individuals. Interns are treated as members of the staff and are expected to perform a wide variety of tasks in addition to those mentioned above. Interns are exposed to all aspects of the work of the Education Trust—West while focusing on specific projects working directly with professional staff.
- Resume (be sure to include current, permanent and summer phone numbers and addresses if applicable).
- Contact information for two references: one academic, one professional.
- A writing sample. (Just one or two pages long, sections from a longer paper are fine.)
- A cover letter stating the position you are applying for, your availability (days/hours a week; starting and ending dates), and responses to the following questions:
1. What is your eventual goal in education?
2. What is your reason for seeking an internship at this time?
3. What do you hope to gain from this internship experience?
College credit may be arranged through the intern's sponsoring institution. A stipend may also apply. An interview is mandatory and can be done in person, if you are local, or by telephone.
Send Application Materials to:
Molly Mauer
mmauer@edtrustwest.org
The Education Trust--West
155 Grand Avenue Suite 1025
Oakland, CA 94612
or via email by clicking the link above
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