CPAC Institute is hiring two (2) summer students to assist in a public policy research project.

Education:

• In-progress or completed graduate degree in public policy, sociology, economics, public health, and other social science fields.

Experience:

• Previous exposure to research is required.
• Experience with conducting interviews is an asset.
• Communication-related work experience is a plus.

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Understanding of qualitative research methods
• Strong outreach and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, conceptualization and report writing abilities
• Ability to process information with a high level of accuracy
• Knowledge of major societal issues
• Excellent time management, organization, and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with a team

Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature surveys on topics related to the research project
• Assist with data collection and analysis
• Communicate effectively with organizations and individuals to ensure timely delivery of research outputs
• Draft reports and research papers on findings
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Employment Detail:

• Temporary, full-time (8-week contract)
• Number of hours per week requested: 35
• Hourly wage: $16
• Hybrid and remote work options available

Eligibility:

To be eligible, the applicant must be:

• between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the beginning of the employment period;
• a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act* for the duration of the employment; and
• legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.

*International students are not eligible. Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling, as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa, youth visa or work visa are ineligible.

Application:

Please submit your application by May 15th, 2023 in one (1) pdf file in the order indicated below:

• A copy of your most recent resume
• A cover letter stating your qualifications for this job
• A copy of your most recent unofficial university transcript
• Sample writings (Optional)

Company information:

CPAC (formerly Chinese Professionals Association of Canada) is a service provider as well as a membership organization with 30,000 members of cross-cultural backgrounds. It has advocated for and served the community of internationally trained professionals and tradespeople for three decades, primarily by helping them obtain registration/licensure, find employment, advance careers and develop leadership skills.

CPAC Institute is an affiliated research, education and training organization that provides research-based support for the understanding and elimination of systemic barriers to equity, diversity, and inclusion in Canadian society.

Apply on CPAC Institute: https://cpac-canada.ca/research-assistant-2-positions-canada-summer-jobs/

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scarborough, ON M1S 3T9

Application deadline: 2023-05-15

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