Data & Fiscal Policy Intern

FPWA is an anti-poverty policy and advocacy organization committed to advancing economic opportunity, justice, and upward mobility for New Yorkers with low incomes. Since 1922, FPWA has driven groundbreaking policy reforms to better serve those in need. We work to dismantle the systemic barriers that impede economic security and well-being, and we strengthen the capacity of human services agencies and faith organizations so New Yorkers with lower incomes can thrive and live with dignity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Data & Fiscal Policy Intern works closely with the Fiscal Policy Team to advance FPWA’s mission under the guidance of the Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst. In this role, you will support research and analysis on local, state and federal policy by analyzing economic and fiscal data, building and maintaining data visualizations, and drafting publications and research proposals.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support research and budget/data analysis on a range of fiscal policy issue areas at the national, state, and local levels, as they relate to FPWA’s overall anti-poverty policy priorities.
• Build and maintain datasets related to city, state, and federal fiscal budget data.
• Assist in the design, creation, and maintenance of data visualizations and interactives (E.g. NYC Funds Tracker).
• Assist in quantitative and qualitative research and data analysis.
• Support/create policy briefs, blogs, and reports.
• Coordinate and collaborate with communications and development teams to promote findings and strengthen fiscal policy work.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in public policy, social work, public health, economics, computer science, data science, statistics or related field.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software/languages (Stata, R, Python, etc.) and data visualization (Tableau, PowerBi).
• Must be able to work between 20 to 25 hours per week.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE INCLUDE:

• Experience working or doing research about government budgets or social safety net programs, preferably at the state and city level.
• Strong interest in public policy, social justice and civil rights advocacy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn.
• Creative and adaptive problem solver.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

TO APPLY: PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME and COVER LETTER via BambooHR.

No phone calls or other inquiries, please.

FPWA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

FPWA is committed to employing people who reflect the diversity of our member agencies and the communities and people they serve. Candidates who have firsthand experience of the social welfare and/or justice system are encouraged to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.

WORK ENVIORNMENT

As part of building a culture where employees can do their best work, FPWA currently employs a hybrid model. Employees are currently in-office twice per week with all staff in office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Senior leadership is in-office three times per week. We observe a company-wide remote day on Fridays.

Work performed by this role is expected to happen in or near New York, NY given FPWA's work policies and practices.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.