The Koch Internship Program?(KIP)?is a paid, 10-week experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers meaningful work experience at non-profits all over the country tackling some of our nation's most pressing challenges. Throughout your internship with a partner organization, Stand Together Fellowships hosts virtual professional development sessions every Thursday from 1-5 pm ET, wherein you will be mentored by seasoned professionals as you craft a capstone project on the topic that matters most to you. Interns will receive either a $5,500 or $3,300 stipend from Stand Together Fellowships depending on whether they are participating full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (28 hours/week). Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff, so we strongly encourage you to apply in advance! Founded in 2012, the R Street Institute is the leading think tank engaged in policy research in support of free markets and limited, effective government. We work to bolster American innovation, increase consumer choice and protect individual liberty and believe in smaller, smarter government. In this role you will work with the Finance, Insurance & Trade Policy team.
\n ResponsibilitiesSupport R Street research project on regulations for transportation network companies in the 50 states and D.C.Analyze the financial performance of Florida-focused insurance companies Support R Street Finance, Insurance & Trade scholars as neededCompile list of the 100 largest civil litigation awards (and H1 2024 if possible), and describe the lawsuits at a high level. Contrast cases to prior years RequirementsFamiliarity and basic work with Excel to create spreadsheetsGood research skills to find sources for information in research projectsAbility to work relatively solo in large projectMature communication skills to seek help from R Street staff or other experts Three letters of recommendation from professors, advisors or other adults who know you wellInterest in the business or public policy worldIntellectual curiosity to identify efficient research methods for the projects
\n$3,300 - $3,300 a year
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