Summer Undergraduate Internship

Organization Description

The Center for Measurement Justice (CMJ) is a not-for-profit research organization dedicated to advancing the field of assessment in education, psychology, and medicine. Established in 2021, our mission is to conduct rigorous, evidence-based research to promote inclusive and fair assessment practices, with a particular focus on the needs of minoritized individuals. We engage in innovative assessment research funded by philanthropic organizations and government agencies and provide consulting services on culturally responsive assessment practices to testing organizations across the United States.

Position Description

The CMJ research department has remote opportunities for up to four interns interested in educational and/or psychological assessment for the summer of 2025. As a member of our team, you will work alongside research faculty and assessment professionals to conduct investigations on psychometric methodologies, research ethics, and assessment applications in education, psychology, and medicine. Interns will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in assessment research as well as develop conference proposals and manuscripts for publication under the guidance of an experienced mentor.

Essential Job Functions

Excellent presentation, organizational, time management, and collaboration skills. The capacity to work autonomously in a remote environment, but effectively as a member of a team. An attention to detail and the ability to meet internal deadlines is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

Current enrollment in a relevant U.S. undergraduate program such as education, psychology, sociology, health services, or related fields. Completion of at least 1 year of coursework toward the undergraduate degree prior to the start of the internship.

Internship Period

The internship will last eight weeks from June 1, 2026 to July 24, 2026 (note. There can be some flexibility in the dates). Interns will be expected to work 37.5 hours per week.

Selection Criteria

Selection will prioritize the alignment of applicant interests and experience with research projects. Diversity in interests and experiences is highly valued in our team, and we actively encourage students from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to submit their applications.

Compensation

The internship provides a stipend of $5,000 for the duration of the eight-week program. 

The internship application timeline is as follows: