Fall Intern: Center for the Future of the American University
On-siteWashington, United States or District of Columbia, United States
Washington, United States or District of Columbia, United StatesOn-siteInternshipEntry LevelMedium
InternshipEntry LevelMedium
Job Summary
Research primary and secondary sources using scholarly databases and academic libraries to support research on higher education reform, civic thought, and the philosophic life. Monitor ongoing debates in these fields, analyze public and academic writing in political philosophy and sociology, and edit and write reports. Organize events and provide administrative assistance as needed to Senior Fellows Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey. Participate in the program in person in Washington, DC for 25-40 hours per week during the fall term.
Required Qualifications
- Competitive candidates will generally have a GPA of 3.5 or higher from a top-ranking college or university
- Candidates who can participate in the program in person for 25-40 hours per week
Desired Qualifications
- demonstrated interest in civic education, political philosophy, and the theory and history of the liberal arts
- strong research and writing abilities
- intellectual curiosity
- a self-directed work ethic
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