Economic and Social Policy Intern
*To be considered for an internship, you must apply directly through our online application here.*
Working directly with Alex Nowrasteh, Vice President of Economic & Social Policy Studies you will support high-level research into economic and social policy with an emphasis on immigration policy. Research subjects have included the fiscal impact of immigrants to the United States and the examination of the relationship between terrorism and immigration.
Responsibilities
- Statistical analysis of economic and social policy data
- Research and literature review of existing economic and social policies
- Identifying and summarizing comprehensive policy reports and papers to support new and ongoing research projects
- Supporting the editing process of policy research publications
Qualifications
- Strong interest in supporting efforts to educate the public and policymakers about the benefits of liberalized economic and social policies
- Strong quantitative research skills and experience
- Proficiency with Excel/STATA/R/Python for statistical analysis
- General familiarity with U.S. (United States) economic and social policies, associated institutions, and current events
To achieve the promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Cato’s scholars typically take a skeptical look at proposals to expand the size, scope, and power of government. Many different policies impact American political life and Cato scholars work to research the different dimensions of life that are affected. Research includes freedom at various levels of the education system, the ability of people to make their own health care decisions, opportunities to reduce poverty through greater economic opportunities, high-quality public opinion surveys to investigate evolving opinions and the advancement of free minds and free markets within technology sectors of the economy.
About the Cato Internship Program
Cato’s paid internships are for undergraduates, recent graduates, graduate students, law students, and early-career professionals who have a strong commitment to individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace—principles that, taken together, constitute libertarianism, known alternately as “classical liberalism,” “market liberalism,” or, to many of our international friends, just “liberalism.”
All Cato interns attend the same intensive seminar series, which covers a broad range of history, philosophy, policy, and professional development topics. Interns also aid with events and occasionally help Cato staff with other day-to-day needs.
Interns receive competitive compensation. Part-time positions are adjusted accordingly and carry a minimum of 25 hrs./wk. Program participants must be available in person in Washington, D.C.
For more information about the internship program and experience, we encourage you to explore our website.
If you have any questions, feel free to email Cortez Bartolome, Programs Coordinator, at studentprograms@cato.org