KIP Spring 2027 - Executive/Research Assistant - Marijuana Policy Project Foundation

Stand Together • Washington, DC

3d • Remote

About The Position

Marijuana Policy Project Foundation is seeking a self-motivated research assistant who is comfortable working independently, with the possibility of occasional small-group work. The role focuses primarily on identifying working groups in multiple states that support regulated and safe access to cannabis. The assistant will conduct research and write research briefs for the Executive Director. The position requires basic research and policy knowledge and is project-based, centered on promoting regulated free markets to reduce teen access to cannabis and addressing overall public safety.

This is a full-time, remote position within the Koch Internship Program (KIP), a paid experiential learning program operated by Stand Together Fellowships. Full-time participants work approximately 32 hours per week at the partner organization and receive a $7,500 stipend. Participants must attend all online and on-site KIP programming. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and must be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.

Requirements

• Basic research and policy knowledge.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently; occasional small-group work may be involved.
• Be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.
• Attend the entirety of the online and on-site KIP programming.

Responsibilities

• Identify working groups in multiple states that support regulated and safe access to cannabis.
• Conduct research and write research briefs for the Executive Director.
• Contribute to a project promoting regulated free markets to reduce teen access to cannabis.
• Contribute to a project focused on overall public safety.

Benefits

• Paid experiential learning program with professional development, leadership training, and meaningful work experience.
• A $7,500 stipend for full-time participants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed