Project Responsibilities: 

During this internship, the student research assistant (SRA) will primarily provide support to the community engagement process through project management support, and support of fall workshops and future rounds interview and focus group. This could include interviewing, transcribing, qualitative data analysis (coding), and summary report drafting. The SRA will have a chance to learn elements of the Equitable Collaboration Framework and complex facilitation as part of support to the Community Advisory Committee, the research team, and future workshops. The SRA will have the opportunity to work on community engagement products, such as data visualization and narrative for future Summary Reports or flyers / graphics/ posters for workshops and focus groups.  

Desired Skills & Qualifications: 

• Interest in climate resilience, public policy, community engagement, or environmental justice. 

• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills. 

• Ability to work with diverse community partners. 

• Experience with, or desire to learn, about qualitative research and stakeholder engagement. 

• Data analysis or qualitative coding familiarity helpful but not required. 

• Graphic design or GIS mapping skills helpful but not required. 

• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively. 

Time Commitment: This role will involve 10-15 hrs/wk during the academic year, with a late July or early August start preferred. The role is partially remote and also includes some in person meetings at our office (2400 Old Ivy Rd.) and on Grounds.

This position is open to all UVA students; however, graduate students are preferred.

Pay Rate: Undergrads: $17 Graduate Students $19-$21.

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. You may direct questions related to this position to Kelly Altizer ( [email protected]).