IEEE is the world's largest professional association dedicated to advancing technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community through IEEE's highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities.
The IEEE Strategic Research team provides research services to all of IEEE. Typical research projects examine the needs and opinions of specific groups, assess satisfaction levels, investigate new ideas, evaluate outcomes, or measure the effectiveness of products and services.
The intern will assist with various aspects of IEEE Strategic Research while also taking ownership of their own projects.
Responsibilities:

• Assist in research projects as needed (including, but not limited to, survey writing, ad hoc data analysis, preparation of reports, and so on)
• Create data visualizations, possibly through an interactive dashboard like Tableau or an infographic.
• Research potential knowledge management tools and potentially implement
• Create a newsletter of past IEEE projects

Skills and other requirements:

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience with data analysis/management (SPSS or R)
• Experience with data visualization is a strong plus (Tableau)
• Strong interest in social science or market research process
• Mature and professional communication skills, written and oral - Intellectually curious and eager to learn
• Interest in technology
• Interest in non-profits
• Collaborative – able to succeed in a team environment
• Creative – ability and desire to brainstorm and devise solutions - Self-directed - can deliver results with limited supervision
• Proven work ethic and positive attitude
• Flexible – willing and able to adapt to frequent change
• Comfortable working remotely

 
For information on work demands and conditions required for this position, please consult the reference document, “Physical, Mental, and Work Environment Standards for IEEE Positions.” This position is classified under Category I – office positions.
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