Metcalf Clinic via Practitioner Program | Research Publicist
This internship is part of the University’s Jeff Metcalf Internship Program. Click here to learn more about the program, its benefits, and the UChicago community of supporters. By applying to this internship you agree to follow the Student Recruiting Guidelines.
- Metcalf Fellowship Stipend - Review Sample scale Here stipend received per quarter
- Winter & Spring Quarter + Possible Extension to Summer
- This position is not benefits eligible
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Careers in The Arts & Humanities Program
Metcalf Clinic & Practitioner Program
Metcalf Clinics are co-op, project-based training program for UChicago students. During the paid project, teams of undergraduates take a deep dive into a professional area of interest and build relevant experience. Students are placed in teams to lead engagements, research, and projects with employer partners. During the program, your receive access to coaches, industry experts, and the opportunity to network. These clinics are terrific way to hone professional development in technical research, analysis, strategic planning, and presentation skills and a great boost to your resume.
Practitioner Program | Careers in the Arts and Humanities maintains relationships with leading practitioners – screenwriters, artists, journalists, novelists, and beyond – who may need student assistants on current projects.
These roles are funded, and in the case a student self-secures an opportunity, they may apply for funding through the program’s granting application process.
Students have worked with novelist Nathaniel Rich, journalist Gideon Lewis-Krause, historian Eve Fairbanks, author Lawrence Wright, comedian Tami Sagher, and more
ABOUT THE PRACTITIONER |
Nicholas Epley is the John Templeton Keller Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science, and faculty director of the Roman Family Center for Decision research, at the Booth School of Business. He studies social cognition—how thinking people think about other thinking people—to understand why smart people so routinely misunderstand each other. He is the author of Mindwise: Why We Misunderstand What Others Think, Believe, Feel and Want (2014), and the forthcoming book, A Little More Social: How Small Choices Create Unexpected Happiness, Health, and Connection.s
Job Title and Work Location
Job title: Research Publicist
Location: Chicago, IL (5807 South Woodlawn Avenue)
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Primary duties involve publicizing Professor Epley’s research through his forthcoming book, A Little More Social. Responsibilities will involve establishing contacts with podcasters, educators, media personalities, and others who might interested in talking with Professor Epley about his research to their audiences. Most of this work will involve establishing connections via email, phone, or social media. There will be weekly meetings with Professor Epley to discuss marketing strategies and progress. The position requires assertiveness, an understanding of behavioral science research, and a passion for promoting scientific research to the broader public in order to have positive impact on people’s lives. Position to start as soon as possible, for at least 10 hours per week, through June 15th (the position could be extended into the summer and fall of 2026 if there is sufficient need for and interest).
Requirements
Required: Strong writing and speaking skills. Deep understanding of behavioral science research. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong motivation to persistent even in the face of failures and rejection (many emails and attempted contacts will be rejected, or go unanswered). Strong personal initiative.
Preferred: University undergraduate interested in pursuing journalism, media, or behavioral science as a career.
To Apply: Submit:
- A resume
- Cover letter to include an explanation of the candidate’s qualifications and interest in the position.