Hot new entry level position at the MIT Political Science Department’s Governance Lab

RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE, Political Science, will join the MIT Governance Lab (MIT GOV/LAB), a group of political scientists who focus on innovations in citizen engagement and government responsiveness.  Will oversee administration of research projects in developed and developing countries.  Responsibilities include helping to coordinate field research, travel logistics, and the processing of expense reports; organizing events and scheduling project meetings; coordinating project details, including budgeting, report writing, and assisting with grant proposal preparation; processing project commitments (agreements, contracts, work requests, purchase orders); assisting with writing and producing research reports for partners and donors (outline and synthesize research updates and outcomes); supporting outreach efforts on behalf of projects (popular writing for the GOV/LAB and partner websites, presentations for internal/external audiences, etc.); helping research and draft literature reviews; and assisting with miscellaneous research tasks.

This position is ideal for a recent graduate interested in gaining research experience in political science. Past associates have been accepted into top Ph.D. programs in political science.

 

Seniors: Qualitative Research Analyst position with BIA (Business Intelligence Advisors) – Deadline April 21, but apply sooner

Business Intelligence Advisors will be holding an information session on Thursday, April 7th at 5pm in the 5th floor lounge of Goodell. They are looking for NON-business majors – perfect for SBS students.

Business Intelligence Advisors, Inc. (“BIA”) is an independent investment research firm serving institutional investors and hedge funds. BIA uses a proprietary behavioral assessment methodology to systematically analyze the language used in company disclosures and alert investors when management teams are conveying incomplete and unreliable information.

BIA is seeking qualified candidates who are interested in providing qualitative analysis and insights to help clients make investment decisions. The new hire will work closely with Senior Analysts and Research Managers to conduct intensive analysis of verbal corporate disclosures and deliver written reports to clients. Analysts will gain valuable research and analytical experience and will become well versed in business strategy, performance metrics and terminology. Candidates will also gain broad exposure to the buy side investment audience and financial markets. BIA is an entrepreneurial company. All Analysts directly contribute to growth and success of the business, and those who excel are frequently given opportunities to take on additional responsibilities.

Details of the position, and application instructions can be found in CareerConnect.

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Hot summer internships with upcoming deadlines

The following internships are excellent options for SBS majors, and can be found in CareerConnect.

Life Sciences InternMassachusetts Life Sciences Center -PAID -Deadline Dec. 21
Montgomery Summer Research Diversity FellowshipAmerican Bar Foundation – PAID – Deadline Dec. 27 (this is a priority deadline – don’t wait for other listed deadlines)
Summer 2016 Analyst – AlphaSights
– PAID – Deadline Dec. 31
Summer Internship-International Business AETNA – PAID – Deadline Dec. 31
Camp CounselorCamp Taconic – PAID – Deadline Dec. 31
Communications InternAmerican Junior Golf Association – PAID – Deadline Dec. 31 in system (Jan. 15 on their site).
Summer InternJDS Real Estate Development Group – PAID – Deadline Jan. 1

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Policy Fellowship – Connecticut Voices for Children

Connecticut Voices for Children - photo of a familyConnecticut Voices for Children seeks a highly-qualified senior or recent graduate to fill a full-time, two-year policy fellowship researching and advocating for equitable opportunities for all children.  Connecticut Voices for Children is a research-based policy think tank and advocacy organization that works statewide to promote the well-being of Connecticut’s children, youth, and families.
This policy position at CT Voices is specifically designed for people who have been out of college for less than two years and are interested in doing state-level policy work before entering graduate or professional school.
For more details, and to apply by Jan. 25, (but sooner is better), log into CareerConnect.