Off of Children and Family Svcs
52 Washington StreetRensselaer , NY 12144
E-Mail: ocfs.sm.hr.Recruitment@ocfs.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 473-7936
Division/Unit: SPPD/Bureau of Research, Evaluation
Web Site:
http://ocfs.state.ny.us
Childhood Trauma and Learning Research Assistant (ID: 108043) for Summer 2020
Agency/Facility
Rensselaer , NY 12144
E-Mail: ocfs.sm.hr.Recruitment@ocfs.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 473-7936
Proposal Information
Description:
Under guidance of senior research staff, intern will assist in the development and production of a formal report to the Executive and Legislative branches on the effects of trauma on child development and learning. Anticipated tasks include: design and implementation of a comprehensive literature search across multiple disciplines (e.g., psychology, education, health) summarizing and synthesizing professional articles and research studies, identification of promising assessment tools and practice interventions, and report writing. Student will have an opportunity to work with senior staff to identify and craft policy recommendations.
Skills:
Oral and Written Communication
Research/Literature Review
Microsoft word
Internship Areas: Health Services, Human Services, Planning/Analysis/Research, Public Policy
Logistical Information
Payment? Paid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Rensselaer
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing Graduate Student
Minimum Standing: Graduate Student
Degree Concentrations: Human Services, Public Health, Social Science, Social Work