Graduate Assistant (Student)

American University • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sine Institute of Policy & Politics is looking for a graduate assistant to join their team. The Sine Institute is a hub for university-wide collaboration and a center for policy innovation, bringing together experts from the public, private, academic, and nonprofit sectors, along with journalists. In today's interconnected world, there's a unique opportunity to combine the knowledge of experts and top scholars with students in research and scholarship to address the nation's most pressing challenges, fostering common ground and nonpartisan policy solutions. The Sine Institute of Policy and Politics seizes this opportunity at a critical time for our democracy and the world. Leveraging AU's location in the capital city, at the intersection of government and a growing international business center, the Institute connects diverse perspectives from across the country and the globe with world-class academics and researchers, experienced practitioners in international and domestic affairs, leaders in business, nonprofits, and government, and one of the most politically active student bodies in the US to drive real, lasting change in policy and politics. The Institute distinguishes itself by concentrating on the roles of business and the nonprofit community in public policy, the increasing significance of economic regions within the United States, and international policy matters. This position offers a chance to gain inside knowledge of policy and politics while enhancing your research, writing, and communication abilities.

Requirements

• Enrolled American University student
• At least one year of professional work experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic programs Sine uses: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Monitor progress of ongoing projects assigned to you by staff to ensure timely and accurate execution.
• Conduct research projects for additional Sine programs and programming.
• Assistance in executing the Sine Institute Fellow Seminar Series.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and analysis of policy and program evaluations, where appropriate.
• Draft memos and reports for the Executive Director where needed.
• Other administrative duties when necessary.

What This Job Offers

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