Events and Opportunities 9.17.2015

Research Assistant or Associate- Federal Budget an Tax Policy

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is seeking to hire a Research Assistant or Associate (RA) – title commensurate with experience -- to join its federal budget and tax team. This role is an excellent opportunity for any of your students (or recent graduates) who have a strong quantitative background, a desire to improve the lives of low- and moderate-income people, and an interest in shaping federal budget and tax policy. The person must be available to start this Fall.

The full job description can be found at the following link:

·Research Assistant or Associate - Federal Budget and Tax Policy

This RA position offers an exceptional foundation for people seeking a career in public policy. Based in Washington D.C., the Center is a non-profit research organization with a national reputation for rigorous analysis of budget and tax policies and an ability to influence policy debates. Under the supervision of senior experts, the RA will receive strong training in producing relevant analyses on a range of federal budget, tax, and low-income policies, and a unique insight into federal policymaking. The RA will also participate in a program of skill and knowledge development sessions for early-career Center staff.

Former federal budget and tax RAs have gone on to a wide range of analysis and policy roles. Some examples include working with the Council of Economic Advisers, the Office of Management and Budget, the National Economic Council in the White House, the Senate Finance Committee, and at non-partisan national and state research organizations. In addition, RAs have gone from the Center to top-level graduate programs in economics, public policy, and law.

We are interested in applicants who are highly motivated, pay close attention to detail, and want to work in a fast-paced organization whose mission is to improve the well-being of low- and moderate-income people. We would very much appreciate it if you could make your current and former students whose skills and interests might match the position aware of this opportunity.

Penn State Journal of International Affairs

Call for Submissions

The Penn State University Journal of International Affairs is currently accepting submissions from undergraduate and graduate students for its Fall 2015issue, to be published inDecember 2015. Papers should focus on topics relevant to international affairs, including, but not limited to, economics, political science, security, the environment, terrorism, and diplomacy. The final submission deadline is October 5, but submissions will be considered on a rolling basis.

To be considered for publishing, a paper must be:

Between 3,000 and 7,000 words in length (shorter or longer submissions will be examined on a case by case basis)

Double-spaced, Times New Roman font, size 12

Submitted as either a .doc or .docx file

Formatted and cited according to Chicago Manual of Style guidelines.

All submissions should be sent to . Please remove all references to your name from your submission, as all submissions will be reviewed blindly by PSU JIA staff and experts in the field.

An abstract of 100 to 200 words should accompany all submissions.

Environment America Internship

What do interns with Environment America interns do? You’ll help us educate and engage more students and citizens on the most critical environmental issues of our time. You’ll help us get our issues into the media, build coalitions, organize events and lobby decision-makers. Ultimately, you’ll help us build the kind of public support it takes to win.
Campaigns
We’re working to stop global warming: We took a big step forward last summer when President Obama directed his Environmental Protection Agency to develop standards that would cut carbon pollution from power plants, the nation’s largest contributors to global warming pollution. This historic step won’t be enough to fully solve the problem, but it’ll be an important start. But standing in the way, at every step, is one of the most powerful special interests in the world: the fossil fuel industry. That’s where we come in. We’re working to rally millions of American citizens, along with local elected officials and other powerful voices to back the President’s plan.
We’re making sure we don’t frack our future: Dirty and dangerous fracking could soon put some of America’s most spectacular places at risk. And we know that this especially destructive method of drilling for gas contaminates water and turns forests and rural landscapes into industrial zones – making nearby families sick and contributing significantly to global warming as well. Now, we’re working to offset the outsized influence of the oil and gas industry and keep our remarkable special places protected.
We’re working to protect our rivers, lakes and streams:To protect our waterways from pollution and destruction we need to crack down on factory farm pollution, sewage and other threats. And we know it won’t be easy because of big opposition from the Farm Bureau, giant agribusiness and others. Now, we’re working to harness grassroots support for clean water and turn it into the political power we need to have a lasting direct impact on our waterways.
Becoming an Environment America intern
If you agree that it’s time to solve these big environmental problems, the best thing you can do to get involved is to apply to be an Environment America intern today.
We’re looking for students who care deeply about the environment and are ready to make a difference now.
As an intern:
You’ll learn how to analyze environmental problems, push for smart solutions, and build the public support it takes to win
You’ll work side-by-side with one of our organizers, learning the ropes.
And you'll attend briefings and trainings to learn even more about environmental issues and gain organizing skill
And if you’re thinking you might want to make a career out of solving big environmental problems like global warming – interning with Environment America is one of the best ways to get started. Not only will you get the training and experience you need, but we hire our most talented and committed interns to join our Fellowship Program when they graduate.
We’re hiring interns in Washington D.C. and in 29 states nationwide. You'll find a list of locations on our website.

Tutoring Opportunity

For Students:

As you may know, Chegg Tutors is one of the largest online tutoring platforms, with thousands of tutors and students working together daily. As a tutor at Chegg Tutors by InstaEDU you set your own schedule, make $20/hour, and work from the convenience of your own dorm room!
If you’re ready to teach, you can set your availability and we’ll message you with lesson opportunities or feature you in subject search results so students can send you a message. You can tutor using our online lesson space- using chat, audio, video and/or document sharing – whatever you feel most comfortable with.
Signing up takes less than 10 minutes! Just visit and follow a few easy steps. If you have any questions about tutoring with Chegg Tutors by InstaEDU, please email .

Job Opportunity at CFPB

Become a Director’s

Financial Analyst at the CFPB

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for public service?

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) may be the right fit for you!

You can make a difference...

— Contribute through data and policy analysis, structured thinking, and problem-solving.

— Help frame and influence substantive policy choices and agency-wide strategy.

— Spend two years rotating through various CFPB departments.

— Complete rotation assignments including conducting cutting-edge economic research, developing tools to engage and educate consumers, and tracking consumer trends within the product markets we regulate.

— Drive innovation through data analysis, which serves as the foundation of Bureau activities.

— Communicate to senior leaders across the Bureau through written and oral presentations.

While reaching your goals

— Grow your professional brand and position yourself for long-term success through exposure to many aspects of a growing agency.

— Graduates of the program have gone on to:

  • Private Industry (Amazon, Uber, Wells Fargo, Deloitte)
  • Public Sector (Department of the Treasury, Federal Reserve Bank of New York)
  • Grad School (Yale Law School, Harvard Business School, Columbia Economics Ph.D. program)

— Make a mark on history with lasting policy impact.

— Enjoy compensation competitive with the private sector along with some of the best benefits government has to offer.

Think you have what it takes?

consumerfinance.gov/jobs will only be available during these windows.

1: September 17, 2015 - September 21, 2015

2: October 12, 2015 - October 16, 2015

3: November 11, 2015 - November 15, 2015

The federal hiring process can be a bit...different, so if you have questions or would like to speak with someone further about the process, send us a note at .

About the CFPB

The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 (Dodd-Frank Act) established the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The central mission of the CFPB is to make markets for consumer financial products and services work for Americans—whether they are applying for a mortgage, choosing among credit cards, or using any number of other consumer financial products.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to create and maintain a vibrant and diverse workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For questions or more information, contact Anthony Ramicone at .

Harvard University students for Civc Tech internship

Position Title: Candidacy Researcher Location: Work is performed remote Company: NationBuilder

Company Description:

NationBuilder is a Los Angeles based civic tech startup company that is working on the BallotPath Project which has one simple purpose: to make candidacy information easierto find and encourage more citizens to run for office. Having access to getting on the ballot is essential to the democratic system. NationBuilder’s mission with the BallotPath Project is to take candidacy information for all elected offices and make it available online for free, and in an easy to understand format.

To be involved with this internship you have to genuinely want to see fresh faces in politics and believe that all citizens have equal rights to run for office. We will initially be focusing on breaking down the candidacy filing procedures for Massachusetts, and after that work is completed we will look at other regional states and counties to work on.

Duties:

  • Contact the proper election administration officials necessary to gather information and documents, and to verify that information is correct
  • Be able to efficiently review election results and candidacy requirements
  • Review previously collected candidacy information for accuracy
  • Proactively and positively work with other BallotPath team members

Schedule: Hours will be made to accommodate the schedule of students. Students must agree to do a minimum of 8 hours each week towards the project and work upon the project for a minimum of 6 weeks. Hours can be added according to students schedule.

Qualifications:

-‐Pursuing degree in political science or public policy preferred

-‐Interest in election procedure

-‐Strong writing and grammar skills

-‐Excellent analysis skills

-‐Communication skills for phone & email

-‐Desire to help grassroots/independent candidates appear on ballots

-‐Capacity to work independently

-‐Ability to stick with tasks to completion

-‐Willingness to help team members

-‐Aptitude for problem solving

How to Apply: Submit resume and introductory letter to Jim Cupples at or call Jim at (541) 999-‐0997 for questions.

Benefits: Academic credit is usually given but must be coordinated by student; Students will be working with government agencies and other civic tech professionals.

Job opportunity for Harvard students in environmental organizing and activism

Early Fall Application Deadline: October 11th, 2015

Click here to request more information about Green Corps

Green Corps is looking for college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day. We need more organizers - people who understand the power of public support and know how to mobilize it.
In Green Corps’ year-long paid program, you’ll get intensive training in the skills you need to make a difference in the world. You’ll get hands-on experience fighting to solve urgent environmental problems — climate change, deforestation, water pollution, factory farming and many others — with groups like Sierra Club and Food & Water Watch. And when you graduate from Green Corps, we’ll help you find a career with one of the nation’s leading environmental and social change groups.
For more information, read on or visit
In your year with Green Corps:
Be trained by the best: Green Corps organizers take part in trainings with leading figures in the environmental and social change movements: people like Sarah Hodgdon, National Program Director at the Sierra Club, and Bill McKibben, author and founder of 350.org.
Learn new skills: Green Corps will teach you to recruit and train activists and volunteers, build coalitions, organize events and gain media coverage, and much more—all of the skills it takes to build public support for our environment.

Gain experience across the country: Green Corps sends organizers to jump-start campaigns for groups such as Food & Water Watch, the Sierra Club, and Conservation Lands Foundation in major cities to small towns across the country.
Make an impact on today’s environmental challenges: A team of Green Corps organizers helped run a publicity campaign that persuaded Kellogg’s Cereal to pressure its supplier of palm oil to stop destroying tropical forests. Other Green Corps organizers have played critical roles in the retirement of over a dozen coal-fired power plants on the Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal campaign.
Get paid! Green Corps organizers earn a salary of $25,500. Organizers also have a chance to opt into our health care program. We offer paid sick days and holidays, two weeks paid vacation and a student loan repayment program for those who qualify.
Launch your career: Green Corps will help connect you to environmental and progressive groups that are looking for full-time staff to build their organizations and help them create social change and protect our environment.

Apply today:

Seeking Harvard Students for Spring Capitol Hill Internship

Congressman Pete Olson is currently seeking ambitious students who are interested in interning in the nation's capital for the 2016 Spring Semester. A Capitol Hill internship gives one the unique opportunity to learn about the political process by working side by side with policy makers, govenunent officials and future world leaders. Interns will assist staff in drafting constituent correspondence, attending Congressional briefings, assisti ng social med ia efforts, analyzing Committee test imony and more. The Spring Semester Internship is an unpaid, semester long internship however it does present infinite opportunities for one's future endeavors no matter what field he/she plans to go into. While one's discipline or major are not important, we are looking for students with superb academic achievement and an interest in the politica l sphere. Ifyou're excelling in school and looking to get your feet wet in the most powerful city in the world, then apply for this program. Student must be able to petfonn under pressure, carry himself/herself well and possess a strong writing ability. Texas ties are preferred, but not necessary. Those interested should send a resume, cover letter and a short writing sample (1-2 to showcase writing prowess) to Ron .Hammond @mail.house.gov.

Ohio State University's Journal of Politics & International Affairs

The Journal of Politics & International Affairs (JPIA) is seeking qualified student submissions to be published in the Fall 2015 issue. JPIA is a student-run journal that publishes papers written by undergraduate students in the areas of Political Science, International Studies, Economics, Public Affairs, Sociology and related fields. Publication in the Journal is an opportunity to reach a wider audience outside of the class, as well as a learning experience through the editing and feedback process. We seek to publish high quality papers that address current events and relevant subjects in the area of politics and international affairs. Ideal submissions are both informative and argumentative, with well-developed theses and strong mechanics. The Journal typically publishes original research, theses, and essays written for upper-level courses although all majors and class ranks are invited.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, we highly encourage you to submit a paper for publication on our website at The deadline is October 15th, 2015, and submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. We have recently updated our submission guidelines, which can be found here: and ask you to carefully review them before submitting.