Feb 4, 2019

Apply for a Research Fellowship with the American Voices Project! Deadline this Thursday 2/7!

American Voices Project
Research Project
Application Deadlines: January 7 and February 7, 2019
https://americanvoicesproject.org/

Description:
For years, the United States has built its policy in the blind, without understanding how people are working, living, and getting by. The American Voices Project relies on immersive interviews to deliver an unusually comprehensive portrait of American life. The objective: To build 21st-century policy that's truly of the people, by the people, for the people.

Responsibilities:
-Participate in all training institute classes and activities
-Travel to American Voices Project communities
-Contact study participants to answer questions and schedule interviews
-Coordinate and attend meetings with local organizations and community centers to learn about the history, characteristics, and challenges of a particular neighborhood
-Conduct in-depth interviews with individuals about their life stories, family, educational background, work history, and more
-Complete reports on the communities visited, their challenges and successes, and possible policy responses

Qualifications:
-Strong academic record
-Relevant job and volunteer experience
-Leadership skills
-Exceptional interpersonal skills
-Ability to work independently
-Strong problem-solving skills
-Organizational ability, attention to detail, and dependability
-Flexibility and adaptability
-Perseverance in overcoming challenges
-Respect for diverse experiences and backgrounds

How To Apply:
Go HERE

Submit Your Blog Post Request Here

If you have an announcement or opportunity you would like to post on the PSYC E-News Blog please complete the PSYC Blogpost Request Form