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Research Fellow

Employer
Progress Georgia
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary
$2,000 per month
Closing date
Mar 25, 2022

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Job Details

Progress Georgia is seeking highly motivated current third or fourth year college students, recent graduates or graduate students with a passion for combating mis- and disinformation and uplifting progressive values through marketing, storytelling, art and graphic design. Ideal candidates have a strong academic background in their field of study, research experience and an interest in developing accessible, authentic communications strategies to best connect with Georgia’s most impacted communities.

About Progress Georgia
Progress Georgia works to uplift the values and voices of the progressive movement across Georgia by elevating the issues that matter most to our communities. We use cutting-edge media strategies across a variety of traditional and new media platforms to increase awareness about Georgia's progressive priorities. 
 

Fellowship Description:
Progress Georgia is hosting a 9-month fellowship program for emerging communications professionals interested in developing their skill sets in political messaging, media, research, communication and design. 

Duration: March 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Basic Qualifications:

  • Have or are pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation date in 2022 or 2023 accepted) in political science, journalism/media, communications, marketing or any other communications related field 
  • Eligible to work in the United States
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Research experience
  • A political junkie 
  • A creative thinker and resourceful problem solver

We are seeking someone that:

  • is detail oriented specifically with projects that may require rapid response or quick turnaround;
  • has experience with at least one legislative session in Georgia, specifically with bill tracking and ideally with legislator accountability research;
  • has an ability to digest information from a variety of sources including quantitative data, press, and reports;
  • is naturally inquisitive and has an ability to spot areas in research that may benefit from deeper analysis;
  • ideally has campaign research experience (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities:

During the 9 months of direct practice, fellows will gain meaningful experience developing long-lasting communications strategy with deep impact. Fellows will learn how to research and analyze information and how to clearly and cogently communicate complex topics through writing, speaking and design. 

  • Assist research team with rapid response fact checking and research.
  • Monitor legislative session and aid in legislative tracking.
  • Support the research team on large research projects such as our voter guide and polling work.
  • Assist with gathering research for our partner resource bank.
  • Aid the research team’s candidate specific research.
     

Compensation and Time Commitment: 

  • $2,000 per month stipend
  • 25 hours per week

 

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to info@progressga[dot]org.


Progress Georgia celebrates our differences. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications. Women and Persons of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.
 

Company

Progress Georgia works to uplift the values and voices of the progressive movement across Georgia by elevating the issues that matter most to our communities.

We use cutting-edge media strategies across a variety of traditional and new media platforms to increase awareness about Georgia’s progressive priorities.

Company info
Website
Telephone
(404) 567-6195
Location
834 Inman Village Parkway NE
Ste 200
Atlanta
GA
30307
US

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