Media Content Analysis Intern

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Media Content Analysis Intern in Washington, DC.

Position Description:

The overall goal of this project is to provide an opportunity for a graduate student to participate in health communication research, specifically using content analysis techniques applied to news media for a large project funded by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The intern will have to:

· Draft data collection and analysis plan including any necessary instrumentation

· Construct database for input of coded material

· Retrieve documents (articles, transcripts, etc.) from LexisNexis database

· Organize documents using a structured system to identify each item

· Read and code media items as part of a team of research staff

· Perform data entry to document coded media content

· Participate in data analysis efforts

· Contribute to report writing summarizing background, methodology, and findings

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors required, Masters preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some experience and facility with web-based databases. Excellent written communication skills is required. Ability to work independently.

Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

Media Content Analysis Intern