We are looking for an intern who can commit to a 6 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-7pm, and have a flexible schedule to work early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Pay is $12/hr. Casual workplace.
Send resume and cover letter to: inter...@mellmangroup.com