The California Budget Project (CBP) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that conducts research and analysis on a range of state tax and budget issues, with a particular focus on issues affecting low- and middle-income Californians. The CBP produces written reports aimed at policymakers, advocates, community leaders, and the media.
The CBP seeks to hire interns to participate in the organization’s analysis of state tax and budget policies and in public education efforts. The CBP will also consider sponsoring student-initiated research proposals. Positions are available on a part-time basis during the school year and on a full-time basis during the summer.
Potential candidates should:
• Be a graduate student in public policy, planning, social welfare, economics, or a related field.
• Have experience in policy analysis or research, including a familiarity with state and federal
data sources.
• Have substantive knowledge of a policy area (e.g. health, welfare, education, tax policy)
strongly preferred.
• Have experience with PC-based statistical software, spreadsheets, computer graphics, and
word processing systems. • Have strong writing skills. • Be self-motivated, able to work independently and prioritize tasks. • Be willing to work as part of a team. • Be committed to the goals of the California Budget Project.
To Apply:
Please send a resume and writing sample to: California Budget Project 1107 9th Street, Suite 310 Sacramento, CA 95814 www.cbp.org The California Budget Project is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Posted on 2 October 2008. Please mention Policy Jobs when applying for this position.
