Research Intern

Mellon Foundation

Internship

Hybrid

Manhattan, New York, United States

January 23, 2025

$27.00-$30.00,Hourly

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The Mellon Foundation (“Foundation”) believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and we believe that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. The Foundation makes grants in four core program areas - Higher Learning, Arts and Culture, Public Knowledge, and Humanities in Place - and through its signature Presidential Initiatives. The Foundation seeks a Research Intern for our Public Knowledge program. 

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Research Associate, the Research Intern will participate in a hybrid (in-person and remote) role supporting the Public Knowledge program. The intern will get the opportunity to contribute to multiple research projects and gain experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as data management. This internship is ideal for a graduate student seeking an opportunity to gain exposure to philanthropy and a deeper understanding of the library and archives sector. The internship has a start date in June 2025 and is available as a 10-week, full-time position.

Position Description:

Responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following: 

  • Conduct desk research in response to queries from Program staff
  • Compile and analyze data about libraries and archives
  • Create simple data visualizations in Excel or PowerBI
  • Retrieve and analyze information from Mellon’s Fluxx database and grant records
  • Use Mellon’s taxonomy to explore trends in grantmaking
  • Make presentations or and/or write research memos for Program staff

Qualifications:

  • Current enrollment in a graduate program in the humanities or social sciences, with a preference for students enrolled in library and information science programs or who have demonstrated a strong research interest in libraries and archives.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and anticipate next steps
  • Flexibility and an enthusiasm for learning from mistakes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, demonstrated interest in data analysis and data visualization. Experience with PowerBI, Tableau or other data visualization software a plus, or if not, ability to learn new platforms quickly.
  • Ability to be highly productive working independently and also as a member of a team
  • Demonstrated commitment to socially just, equitable, and community-driven approaches to research

Mellon Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Mellon offers a generous total reward package that includes base salary and a comprehensive benefits program, as well as an excellent working environment. Mellon is committed to providing compensation that is competitive and equitable within the philanthropic sector. The estimated salary range for this role is $27.00 - $30.00 per hour. The amount of pay offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to qualifications, unique skills, credentials, or experience that is expected to impact the candidate’s contribution to the role. We will also consider market data as well as the Foundation’s internal pay equity framework.

The Mellon Foundation is committed to access and inclusion for our applicants. If you have accessibility requests to support your participation in the hiring process, please let us know at your earliest convenience.

Please note that Mellon maintains a hybrid work schedule, with three days per week in person at the Foundation’s Manhattan offices. 

Candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter describing fit for the position and a resume by February 21, 2025.  Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Foundation will consider each complete application carefully but only contact those individuals it believes are most qualified for the position.

Location140 East 62nd Street New York, NY 10065

Compensation

$27-$30/hour

Application URL or Email

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Submit specified application materials to [email protected].

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