Job Information
University of Utah UT Policy Innovation Lab Research Internship in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 04/29/2024
Requisition Number PRN14793N
Job Title OCHE Intern
Working Title UT Policy Innovation Lab Research Internship
Job Grade UGR
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 19
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Hybrid: Flexible Schedule, Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area President
Department 01379 - USHE Comissioner
Location Office of the Commissioner - Downtown SLC
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $15.00
Close Date
Job Summary
Utah Policy Innovation Lab:
The Utah Policy Innovation Lab is a public-private partnership that brings together academics, policy experts and business leaders to collaborate and share best practices that benefit Utahns. The Lab serves as a convener of people. Through its trusted relationships with the Utah institutions of higher education across the state, the Lab breaks down silos and facilitates information sharing with the Utah best and brightest. The Utah Policy Innovation Lab facilitates the exchange of ideas and insights, promotes innovation, and leverages the collective expertise and resources of each stakeholder group to address complex policy challenges facing Utah. It drives evidence-based policy solutions informed by diverse perspectives and grounded in rigorous research and analysis. The Lab has partnered with the Kem C. Gardner Institute, ensuring a data driven approach to its work that will help to inform statewide policy and decision making. As well as collaborate with the Utah Legislature Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel who provides policy research and analysis to individual legislators and legislative committees, commissions, and task forces.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Utah Policy Innovation Lab Research Interns to join our team. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in vital research, contribute to policy discussions, and support event planning. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and motivated individual with a passion for policy analysis, political science, and effective communication. This is a hybrid position that will meet remotely and occasionally at the Thomas S. Monson Center, in Salt Lake City.
Duration and Compensation:
This is a part-time, temporary internship. This temporary, non-benefited position may work up to 19 hours per week.
Internship date range: May 13, 2024 up to August 30, 2024
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth research on a variety of policy issues, political trends, and related topics to generate insights and inform decision-making on ex: AI, Energy, Healthcare, Retirement, etc.
Collaborate with the Utah Legislature Office of Legislative Research and General Council who provides policy research and analysis to individual legislators and legislative committees, commissions, and task forces.
Assist in analyzing legislative proposals, government reports, and academic literature to distill key findings and implications.
Collaborate with team members to develop well-structured PowerPoint presentations, summarizing research findings for internal and external stakeholders.
Help in organizing events, including workshops, seminars, and panel discussions related to policy and political science.
Prepare and draft content for various communication channels, such as newsletters, blog posts, and social media updates.
Assist in data collection, entry, and analysis to support ongoing research projects.
Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas and innovative approaches to policy analysis and advocacy.
Stay current with the latest developments in policy and political science, sharing relevant insights with the team.
Collaborate with team members on ad hoc tasks and contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications
High School Diploma, or equivalency
Currently enrolled in a Utah institution of higher education.
Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to analyze complex information and present it clearly and concisely.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive, self-driven, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with research databases and tools.
Preferences
Preferred Candidates will have…
Public policy, political science, or strong analytical research background.
Have a deep technical understanding (junior, senior, master’s, PhD) in a relevant discipline – advanced manufacturing, aerospace & defense, energy & natural resources, life sciences/biotech, outdoor products & rec, emerging technology (blockchain, ML, AI, AR/VR, etc.)
NOTE : if you do not meet the requirements above in the job description but are interested in interning with the Utah Innovation Lab, we encourage you to apply for our unpaid 10-hour/week internship!
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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