Research & Evaluation Intern

This internship is open to students or recent graduates interested in grant research and evaluation who meet the minimum qualifications below.

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking highly qualified applicants for their part-time Research & Evaluation Intern position on the Research & Business Intelligence team. The intern will assist the Assistant Director of Grant Evaluation with research and evaluation tasks related to advanced manufacturing grant programs. The intern will gain hands-on experience at the intersection of public administration, grant evaluation, and research practices, contributing to efforts that impact the state of the workforce.

This role offers exposure to:

* Qualitative and quantitative design and program evaluation skills

* Cross-college coordination with education and economic development partners

* Data-informed decision-making, reporting, and continuous improvement

* Real-world challenges facing public systems serving industry and jobseekers

This position is located at 1800 Century Place, Atlanta, Georgia, 30345. The intern will work between 16-30 hours per week at $15 per hour. This is a grant-funded position that will run through August 31, 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Supports the design and implementation of evaluations for TCSG advanced manufacturing programs by assisting with data collection, documentation, and coordination activities.

* Compiles, cleans, and organizes quantitative and qualitative data to support analysis of program outcomes, priorities, and goals.

* Assists in preparing evaluation summaries, dashboards, and draft reports that highlight findings, trends, and areas for improvement.

* Supports literature reviews and practice-based research by identifying sources, summarizing findings, and maintaining reference materials.

* Coordinates with subject matter experts (SMEs), internal staff, and external partners to schedule meetings, document discussions, and track follow-up actions.

* Assists with developing recommendations related to processes, procedures, interventions, programs, or policies by synthesizing research and evaluation findings.

* Helps ensure reports and deliverables are prepared in requested formats and submitted within established timelines.

* Supports strategic planning efforts by documenting workflows, identifying potential duplication of processes, and assisting with process improvement initiatives.

* Maintains organized records of program activities, evaluations, reports, and related documentation.

* Tracks updates to policies, procedures, and applicable state or federal laws affecting advanced manufacturing initiatives and flags relevant changes for management review.

* Provides regular status updates to supervisors on assigned tasks, projects, and evaluation activities.

* Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's degree completed or in progress required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. (Political Science, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Communications, etc.)

TECHNICAL COMPENTENCIES

* Decision making and problem-solving skills

* Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

* Critical thinking skills

* Oral and written communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK CONDITIONS

* Work is primarily performed in an office environment during standard business hours. Limited remote work may be available in accordance with agency policy and operational needs.

* Work performance involves light physical duties, including intermittent sitting, standing, and walking.

* Employees must be able to lift up to ten (10) pounds

HOW TO APPLY

Interested parties should apply at Team Georgia Careers, Team Georgia Careers Website

Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Due to an anticipated large volume of applications, only those who receive an interview will be notified of the status of the position.

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation.

Federal Law requires  eligibility verification prior to employment.

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