Research and Evaluation Intern
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Job Location:
Agawam, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a thoughtful and detail-oriented Research & Evaluation Intern to support survey design data collection and analysis across several key projects including monthly surveys pilot initiatives and the annual Engagement Grant process. This role is ideal for a student who enjoys working with data research and reporting and who is curious about how insights can inform program decisions and community impact. The intern will also have the opportunity to conduct an independent research project comparing data from international Jewish communities contributing meaningful analysis that supports our broader mission and strategic learning.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research and evaluation within a mission-driven nonprofit where data is used to strengthen programs and better serve communities. The position is part-time (2025 hours per week) and pays $20 per hour.
Responsibilities
Support survey design data collection and reporting for Monthly Book Surveys.
Support survey distribution data collection and analysis/reporting for the Monthly New Subscriber Survey.
Support survey design data collection and reporting for the July Music Pilot Survey.
Support data analysis and reporting for annual Engagement Grant process.
Support ad hoc data collection and analysis requests.
Conduct independent research project cataloging comparison data for international Jewish communities:
oCreate an index of data sources about international Jewish communities where weve conducted Triennial surveys (UK Australia New Zealand Brazil Germany/Austria/Switzerland)
oDraft report comparing external data points to PJ Library Triennial data points
Collect expertise from the field on the issue of survey fatigue and strategies to improve response rates and sample sizes (if there is additional bandwidth).
Assist with additional research requests as needed.
- Currently enrolled in a college or university and possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Comfort working with quantitative data particularly in Excel (strongly preferred).
- Experience with surveys or research projects (academic or professional).
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a structured environment.
- Ability to work independently on research tasks while also collaborating with a team.
- Comfort working with data and maintaining accuracy in analysis and reporting.
- Strong interest in research data analysis evaluation or nonprofit work.
- Interest in Jewish communities nonprofit research or mission-driven work is a plus.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Robotics
- Machine Learning
- Python
- AI
- C/C++
- Data Collection
- Research Experience
- Signal Processing
- Natural Language Processing
- Computer Vision
- Deep Learning
- Tensorflow
About Company
The Harold Grinspoon Foundation focuses on enhancing Jewish and community culture in Western Massachusetts, North America, Israel, and beyond by providing grants and program opportunities.
