Summer 2026 - Research Intern, Vera Louisiana
Vera Institute of Justice(1 month ago)
About this role
Vera Louisiana is hiring a part- or full-time summer Research Intern based in New Orleans to support projects focused on jail population reduction, community investment, and criminal-legal system impact across Louisiana. The intern, supervised by the Associate Director of Research, will gain applied social justice research experience and exposure to using data for advocacy and policy reform. This role offers professional development in research methods, communications, and partnership-building within a hybrid work schedule.
Required Skills
- Qualitative Analysis
- Thematic Analysis
- Quantitative Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Mixed Methods
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Policy Advocacy
- Presentation Skills
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Qualifications
- Currently Enrolled In Graduate School In Public Health Or Social Science
About Vera Institute of Justice
vera.orgVera Institute of Justice is an independent, nonpartisan research and policy organization that partners with government and civic leaders to build and improve justice systems that ensure fairness, promote safety, and strengthen communities. Vera conducts rigorous research, provides technical assistance, pilots and scales policy reforms, and advocates for data-driven alternatives to unnecessary incarceration. Its work spans policing, courts, prisons, reentry, and immigration detention with a focus on equity, reducing racial disparities, and practical solutions that can be implemented at local, state, and national levels.
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