Internship Opportunity at the ICCCR
Summer Research Internship (part-time, paid)
The International Center for Cooperation and Conflict Resolution (ICCCR) at Columbia University is currently seeking a research intern for the summer. The Research Intern will be working at our Lab supporting the development of projects connected to a multidisciplinary research agenda in the field of conflict resolution, peace studies, and sustainability. Interns will spend their time performing a mix of administrative and research-related tasks and will be required to submit a final paper on an assigned research topic.
The summer internship requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks during the summer (May-August). The Research Intern is expected to work a total of 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the research intern include but are not limited to
– Assisting in the day-to-day implementation and operation of research studies conducted by the unit.
– Facilitating laboratory sessions following strict research scripts and protocols.
– Recruiting and retaining research participants (e.g. eligibility screening, enrollment, scheduling) and administrating participant appointments (informed consent, collection of data, participant reimbursement).
– Conducting literature reviews and other research upon request.
– Providing general administrative support including data entry, data cleaning, filing, and other tasks as needed.
– Submitting a final paper on an assigned research topic upon completion of the internship.
The research intern will have the opportunity to work with researchers from collaborating agencies such as The Advanced Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity at the Earth Institute. The research intern is expected to gain the necessary skills to perform standard research procedures, as well as literature reviews and analysis in the field of conflict resolution, cooperation, and social justice.
Qualifications
– Demonstrated interest in the field of conflict resolution
– Excellent communication and writing skills
– Research and analytical skills
– Computer literacy, especially with MS Word and Excel
– Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
– Quantitative and qualitative research skills are an asset
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Kyong Mazzaro at kmazzaro@ei.columbia.edu by May 19, 2014.
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