GBAO is currently hiring for its summer internship program.
GBAO, a progressive DC-based public opinion research firm, is seeking a talented intern for a virtual paid summer-long internship. This is a great opportunity to learn about public opinion research from a team of experts with decades of experience in the field.
Responsibilities will include:
- Conducting background research on issues, candidates, and districts
- Proofreading and copy editing of documents such as questionnaires, memos, and presentations
- Ensuring quality control of the research process, including survey design testing and live research monitoring
The ideal candidate would be a junior or senior in college, a graduate student, or a recent college graduate who is hardworking, interested in progressive politics, has copy editing experience, and is comfortable with Microsoft Office (particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). All candidates must demonstrate a strong attention to detail. Prior internships, political experience, a demonstrated interest in Democratic politics, and/or statistical backgrounds are preferred.
Minimum of 25 hours/week during business hours (Eastern time). The intern is paid an hourly wage of $17, though college credit can be issued in lieu of, or in addition to, pay contingent on internship credit policies of the college in question.
If you wish to apply, please send .PDF copies of your resume and a cover letter titled “[Last Name] – Resume” and “[Last Name] – Cover Letter” with the email subject line “Intern – [Last Name]” to internships@gbaostrategies.com. Applications will be accepted through March 26, 2021.
GBAO believes a diverse, inclusive staff makes us a stronger company and better partner for our clients. Our team includes women, people of color, and LGBTQ people in management roles and analysts. We believe this diversity elevates all aspects of our work and brings essential perspectives to understanding public opinion. We’re committed to hiring people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sexes, genders, sexual orientations or gender identities, marital statuses, religions, and disabilities, and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
GBAO is a progressive public opinion research firm that offers broad expertise in survey research and strategic consulting in corporate communications, branding strategy, international relations, and political campaigns at all levels of government. From Democratic candidates for office to socially conscious small businesses and Fortune 500 companies, labor unions and progressive ballot initiative campaigns to world famous cultural institutions, think tanks to advocacy groups and civic organizations, we delve deeply into our clients’ issues and audiences, conduct high-quality research, and develop winning game plans. For more information about our clients, work, and team, please visit www.gbaostrategies.com.