Research Intern, D3 Systems – McLean, VA

D3 is looking for a research intern to join our team! Work on public opinion research in an international context. With clients like Facebook and Pew Research Center, there is always excitement!

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop an understanding of the D3 research process
• Provide assistance to staff on formatting questionnaires
• Prepare Excel Codebooks and Trackers
• Generate SPSS syntax files for reading data
• Conduct thorough reviews of data sets, including quality control checking
• Create Basic Data Tables
• Prepare Topline or Marginals Reports
• Write and/or edit Executive Summary Reports
• Become familiar with Methodology Reporting
• Assist staff in reviewing deliverables for accuracy
• Conduct background research as needed
• Learn SPSS data management and analysis skills

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: (Minimum requirements for the position.)
• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative social science research
• Capable of self-directed and independent research
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Able to communicate ideas and information effectively and professionally
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities
• Desirable: foreign language skills in French, Arabic, Farsi, or Pashto
• Desirable: proficiency in SPSS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: (Minimum requirements for the position.)
• Minimum of one year of undergraduate education
• Exposure to and/or a strong interest in international social science research and technology

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• General office tasks including filing and using a computer in an indoor office setting

 

Application Instructions

Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to hr@d3systems.com with the subject line “D3 Research Internship 2018”

Apply by April 1st.

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