Paid Internship with The Mellman Group

[Alec Camhi]

The Mellman Group is looking for an intern who can commit to six-month internship to work on public opinion research for political campaigns, public interest groups, membership organizations and businesses.  

Ideal person is interested in public opinion polling with a commitment to Democratic politics and has a statistics background. 

The primary internship responsibilities include:

·              Conducting background research on candidates, opponents, or potential clients

·              Editing memos, PowerPoint presentations and proposals

·              Reading and understanding crosstab banners and topline questionnaires

·              Monitoring polls the first night they are in the field

·              Sorting quotes from focus group transcripts

·              Creating focus group handout summaries

·              Some administrative work when necessary

Knowledge of SPSS, statistics, or quantitative analysis would be helpful, but not required. 

Applicants must be able to work fast, have a commitment to detail and accuracy, handle a high-pressured working environment, and work well in a team atmosphere in a small office. This is a full-time position with a 40 hour work week. Applicants must be available to work between 9am-6pm ET, and have a flexible schedule to work early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, staff and interns are currently working remotely. Pay is $15/hr. Casual workplace.

Send resume and cover letter to: inter...@mellmangroup.com