Temporary Data Analytics Internship at The University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Department


UL Crime Ed Lab Interns and Temporary Staff



About the Department



Who We Are


In cities across the country, people face high rates of gun violence, under-resourced schools, and social harms associated with the criminal justice system -- all of which disproportionately impact people of color. These inequalities have profound consequences on public safety and opportunity. As a society we have failed to address these challenges, in part, because of our lack of understanding of the most effective and cost-effective solutions that can have a real impact on people's lives. We believe that rigorous research can help.

The University of Chicago Crime Lab and Education Lab partner with cities and communities to use data and rigorous research to design, test, and scale programs and policies that enhance public safety, improve educational outcomes, and advance justice. Our mission is to combine world-class data science and research, in partnership with government agencies, to substantially improve the effectiveness of the public sector and achieve impact at scale.

To learn more about the Crime Lab and Education Lab, visit https://urbanlabs.uchicago.edu/labs/crime.


Job Information






Job Summary:



The Temporary Data Analytics summer internship is a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of policy research and to develop research skills. This position will be full-time for approximately 37.5 hours per week.



Responsibilities:

• Project Development.
  
  


• Data entry, reviewing and cleaning.
  
  


• Statistical analysis and modeling.
  
  


• Literature reviews.
  
  


• Writing, formatting, and editing reports and works for dissemination.
  
  


• Administrative tasks.
  
  

Competencies:

• Interest in and aptitude for developing advanced programming and analytic skills for working with administrative data required.
  
  


• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to synthesize multiple sources required.
  
  


• Strong initiative and a resourceful approach to problem-solving and learning are required.
  
  


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
  
  


• Sound critical thinking skills required.
  
  


• Strong attention to detail with superb organization skills required.
  
  


• Knowledge of the substantive policy area strongly preferred.
  
  

Additional Requirements





Education, Experience, or Certifications:




Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
  


• Significant progress towards a degree in a social science discipline such as economics, public policy, statistics etc., with a strong background in mathematics and statistics required.
  
  

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
  
  


• Experience with at least one statistical package required, R, or Stata strongly preferred.
  
  

Required Documents:

• Resume
  
  


• Cover Letter
  
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.



Benefit Eligibility


No



Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement



No

Pay Frequency


Hourly

Pay Range


Depends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours


37.5

Union


Non-Union

Job is Exempt


No

Drug Test Required


No


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required



No

Health Screen Required

No

Posting Date


2024-02-20

Remove from Posting On or Before


2024-08-20

Posting Statement:




The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.


Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.


We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.


All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.


The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:http://securityreport.uchicago.edu.Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. Apply Now