KIP Spring 2026 Research Intern Urbanity Project Mercatus Center

Virginia, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Koch Internship Program(KIP) is a paid 12-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the United States tackling some of our nations most pressing challenges. Eligible candidates will be geographically located within the U.S. and authorized to work in the U.S. through the duration of the program.

Throughout your internship you will gain meaningful professional experience at a partner organization and participate in professional development built around a 2-day in-person summit hosted by Stand Together Fellowships at Stand Togethers Headquarters in Arlington Virginia supported by virtual programming that takes place every other Thursday between 1- 3:30 pm ET. Interns will receive either a $7500 or $5500 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are participating full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (24 hours/week).

The programming provided by Stand Together Fellowships focuses on three objectives:

1. understanding the foundational principles of a free society such as individual liberty limited government free markets and the rule of law;

2. learning the Stand Together communitys vision for change and how a principled approach to problem solving can help address societys biggest challenges; and

3. presenting opportunities and pathways to build a career that advances liberty and free society.

Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance!

Please note that all Koch Internship Program interns MUST be available every other Thursday (Jan. 22 Feb. 12 Feb. 26 March 12 March 26 and April 9) from 1-3:30 PM ET for virtual professional development training AND the in-person summit at Stand Togethers Headquarters in Arlington VA Feb. 6-Feb. 7.

About The Mercatus Center:

The Mercatus Center at George Mason University advances knowledge about how markets work to improve peoples lives and fosters understanding of the institutions that support prosperity and human well-being.

EEO Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the role

The Mercatus Center at George Mason University is seeking a Research Intern to join the Urbanity Project team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on housing policy urban economics and land use law while supporting scholars who are driving innovative pro-housing policy solutions.

Through this internship youll gain experience in applied research policy analysis and legislative review while networking with pro-housing organizations and experts across Washington D.C. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in urban policy economics or law who want to deepen their understanding of how policy impacts housing affordability and city development.

This role is onsite in Fairfax VA.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with Urbanity scholars and research assistants on housing-related research projects.
Read analyze and summarize academic work in urban economics planning and land use law.
Review and synthesize state legislation related to housing policy.
Contribute to long-term research projects with minimal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a college or university degree program.
Strong verbal written and communication skills.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and the ability to work on a range of topics.
Genuine interest in the Mercatus Centers mission and principles of classical liberalism.

$5500 - $7500 a year

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Required Experience:

Intern

The Koch Internship Program(KIP) is a paid 12-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the United States tackling some of our nations most pressing challenges. Eligible candidates will be geographically locate...