About the role#
This is a paid internship for Fall 2026, requiring 25 to 30 hours of work per week for a duration of 4 to 6 months. The role supports the criminal justice and immigration research team by conducting research, verifying data, and drafting findings for internal and public-facing documents. Candidates with lived experience within the criminal justice system are encouraged to apply.
What you'll do#
- Participate in quantitative research, data collection, and analysis.
- Support the research team by verifying claims for public-facing documents.
- Conduct legislative and background research on policies, laws, and academic data.
- Monitor media outlets and legislative news to provide timely information.
- Draft memos and backgrounders to summarize research findings.
- Assist with administrative tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Strong quantitative analysis skills and experience using Excel or Google Sheets.
- A strong interest in criminal justice and immigration reform policies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Helpful, but not required: experience with Stata or similar statistical software, knowledge of criminal justice or immigration data, and proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, or French.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Oakland, California.
- The role is on-site at the Oakland office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, with remote work on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Compensation is $21 per hour plus benefits.
How to get in at FWD.us
Intern Insider's per-company playbook.
Securing an internship at FWD.us requires staying ahead of the application volume. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first. Early applicants get seen before the pile grows. You should also focus on building a direct connection with the team. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral, which materially improves response rates.
