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Senior Research Associate (Higher Education & Workforce) | Urban Institute
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Bolster the Urban Institute's Mission of Community Support through Creating and Implementing Research and Development Plans
Conduct Qualitative Research on topics from Educational Technology, the Consequences of AI, and Workforce Conditions
Graduate Degree Required
Civic Designer | City of Baltimore
Location: Baltimore, MD
Application Closes: 8/31/2026
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Create and Expand Qualitative Research for Various City of Baltimore Agencies
Conduct Ethnographic and Geospatial Analysis to Generate Policy and Lead Advocacy Efforts
Relevant Experience Required
Research Assistant, Housing and Communities Division | Urban Institute
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Support the Urban Institute in its Mission to Provide Effective Research to Advance Housing Initiatives and Community Development
Oversee and Implement Statistical and Qualitative Research and Analysis
Bachelor's Degree, Relevant Experience Required
Manager, Digital Mobilization | Amnesty International
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: 8/24/2026
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Direct Amnesty International's Digital Organizing and Strategy through Outreach and Collaboration with Activists
Create Opportunities for Engagement by Developing Resources and Campaigns
Bachelor's Degree and Relevant Experience Required
Director of Development | Anacostia Watershed Society
Location: Bladensburg, MD
Application Closes: When Filled
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Create a Multiyear Strategy to Expand Visibility, Influence, and Donor Base for AWS' Mission of Restoring the Anacostia Watershed
Engage Community Members, Local Organizations, Donors, and the Public
Relevant Experience, Bachelor's Degree Required
Community Builder | OSG
Location: Alexandria, VA
Application Closes: When Filled
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Create and Customize Programming Designed to Foster Inclusion and Interdependent Living within OSG's Support Communities
Conduct Research and Provide Resources for Residents to Expand Community Access
Relevant Experience, Availability Required
Consumer Watchdog Associate | Public Interest Research Group
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Research Consumer Issues and Develop Persuasive Campaigns, with Grassroots Leadership Opportunities
Monitor Developments and Coordinate Strategy with Contemporary Organizations
Bachelor's Degree Required
Program Manager, Freedom to Learn | PEN America
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Support, Promote, and Develop Efforts Defending Academic Freedom
Create and Edit Reports and Presentations, Conduct Outreach
Bachelor's Degree, Ability to Travel Required
Government Affairs Policy Counsel/Advocate | Public Knowledge
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Support Public Knowledge's Advocacy and Develop Strategies
Meet with Stakeholders, Organizers, and Officials to Communicate Policy Issues
College Degree, Relevant Experience Required
Research Assistant: Policy Center | Middle East Institute
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Assist in research
Provide support for faculty and center events
Proficiency in Arabic Preferred
Research Analyst | Uniting People with Opportunities
Organization: Uniting People with Opportunities
Location: Washington, DC
Application Closes: When Filled
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Create and implement a 12-month data study to assess city-wide needs
Coordinate and support the city government and analysts in the collection of data
Bachelor's Degree and Research Experience Required

