About Us
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is an independent nonprofit organization authorized by Congress in 2010. Its mission is to fund research that will provide patients, their caregivers and clinicians with the evidence-based information needed to make better-informed healthcare decisions. PCORI is committed to continually seeking input from a broad range of stakeholders to guide its work.
Position Summary
The intern will support team participation in cross-departmental work by researching or synthesizing topic-specific information, preparing meeting summaries, and facilitating presentations.
The EDI, Public & Patient Engagement department is seeking an intern who will have the opportunity to:
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- Review research plans, progress reports, and other narrative information from PCORI Research Awards.
- Assist with data analysis and thematic coding of engagement information into Salesforce.
- Review materials, support programmatic work, and assist with the coordination of high-priority PCORI Engagement initiatives such as the Foundational Expectations for Partnerships in Research and the Science of Engagement PFA.
- Provide input into the development of materials on the updated rubric for patients, caregivers, patient advocates, and other stakeholders.
Pay Range and Employment Status:
Interns shall be classified as temporary employees who are hired as interim replacements, to temporarily supplement the workforce, or to assist in the completion of a specific project and who are temporarily scheduled to work for a limited duration. Employment beyond any initially stated period does not in any way imply a change in employment status. Temporary workers are not eligible for PCORI benefits.
- Bachelor's hourly pay: $17.50
- Master's and above hourly pay: $20.00
Required Experience
Ideal candidates will be pursuing their postgraduate or pre-doctoral education in health research or related fields (e.g., public health, public policy, health services research, psychology, sociology, anthropology, epidemiology).
Experience, knowledge or interest in community outreach and coalition building and management preferred.
Application Process:
Applications for the PCORI Spring Internship Program will be accepted up to 12:00 pm EST on Friday, January 17, 2025. Applicants who are chosen will be phone screened by PCORI People Strategy and Services.
Key Dates:
Internship Application Submission Deadline - January 17, 2025
Spring Internship Start Date - February 3, 2025
Spring Internship End Date - April 14, 2025
Application Instructions:
PCORI will only consider complete applications that include:
- A cover letter
- An up-to-date resume
- Supplemental materials, if applicable
PCORI conducts background checks on all applicants.
PCORI's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
PCORI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity both internal and external to the workplace. You can learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.