Job Description
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY The Education Trust (EdTrust) seeks a P-12 Research and Data Intern to join the organization's P-12 division for Summer 2026. The Intern will use their qualitative research skills to support EdTrust's P-12 research and data team on research topics including, but not limited to, educator diversity and middle school college and career readiness.
EdTrust is committed to advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the U.S. education system. Through our research and advocacy, EdTrust improves equity in education from preschool through college, engages diverse communities dedicated to equity and justice, and increases political and public will to build an education system where all students will thrive.
This role, beginning in June 2026, is based in our Washington, DC office, and may be eligible for some telework. Interns must reside in DC, Maryland or Virginia during the internship and report to the EdTrust office within three (3) days of hire for employment verification. The Intern will report to the Senior P-12 Research and Data Analyst. This role is budgeted for 35 hours per week for approximately 3 months. Exact hours are negotiable, and extension of the internship, up to a total of 6 months may be possible.
ABOUT THE INTERN ROLE Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Support qualitative data collection, data cleaning, and/or analyses and draft findings and conclusions
- Analyze district and state level policies on topics such as, but not limited to, college and career readiness and teacher diversity efforts
- Present findings in internal meetings
- Draft briefs, PowerPoint presentations, blog posts, and other materials to share findings with our stakeholders
- Conduct literature reviews (i.e., identify, summarize, and synthesize research) on issues related to our P-12 policy, research, and advocacy priorities
- Support fast-turnaround research and fact-finding to respond to stakeholder and media requests on pressing P-12 education issues
IDEAL SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS - Shared belief in EdTrust's mission and a commitment to improving educational equity, with a focus on racial equity
- Willingness to receive and act upon constructive feedback
- Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, work collaboratively, and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Ability to take initiative and be self-directed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifcations and experience:
- A bachelor's degree
- Graduate coursework focused on education, public policy, psychology, or related social science fields
- Experience or formal instruction in research methods and qualitative data analysis (including cleaning and managing qualitative datasets)
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency and experience with qualitative software (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo)
- General knowledge of education policy and specific knowledge in one or more of the following content areas: college and career connected learning, child development, and/or educator diversity
COMPENSATION The pay for this role ranges from $21-24/hour for graduate students and $25-30/hour for doctoral students. To maintain equity within our intern pay scale, we do not negotiate on intern pay rates; pay rates for internships are primarily determined based on level of education. Sick leave is accrued in this role.
TO APPLY: EdTrust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Qualified candidates please apply via ADP, including submitting an updated resume.
Job Tags
Summer work, Internship, Work at office, Remote work