About the role#
The Gender and Education Equality team at the Center for Universal Education is looking for a research intern for Winter 2027. You will support the Echidna Global Scholars Program and gain experience in gender, education, and global development. This is a paid, part-time position requiring at least 20 hours per week during regular business hours.
What you'll do#
- Conduct background research on global development, gender, and education topics.
- Draft summaries of research findings for blog posts, presentations, and other products.
- Design and evaluate the Echidna Global Scholars Fellowship.
- Plan and coordinate weekly meetings and workshops.
- Monitor and track project deliverables.
What you'll need#
- Current status as an advanced undergraduate (junior or senior) or a graduate student.
- A degree in a relevant field such as gender studies, history, international development, global affairs, or related social sciences and humanities.
- Prior experience conducting literature searches and reviews.
- Strong written, organizational, and communication skills.
- A strong interest in intersectional approaches to gender, social justice, and global education.
- Preference is given to candidates with experience in gender and educational research, international work or teaching, and inclusion and equity.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC.
- You must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship.
- This position cannot be performed from the following states: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Michigan, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Washington.
- Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
About The Brookings Institution
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit think tank based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1916, the organization conducts research on public policy and governance. Its work spans local, national, and global levels. The institution employs between 201 and 500 people.
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