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Data And Research Intern (Paid)- Arts Alliance Illinois- Chicago, IL


Position Description
Data and Research Intern
The Data and Research Intern supports Arts Alliance Illinois’ research agenda through the investigation, collection, aggregation, and maintenance of data sets related to the arts sector in Chicago and across the state. Working closely with the Arts Alliance Illinois team, the Data and Research Intern helps to provide relevant data to arts managers, advocates, researchers,anddecision-makersaboutthepresenceandroleofartsandcultureincommunities. ArtsAllianceIllinoisis committed to making accurate, credible, and reliable data publicly available and easy to use. The Data and Research Intern will help maintain an online data “warehouse” by compiling, uploading, and maintaining datasets from a variety of reliable sources.
Core Responsibilities
  • Collecting and uploading additional years/periods of data online
  • Ensuring data cleanliness, integrity and accuracy
  • Transforming raw data into usable statistics
  • Supporting the implementation of web applications
  • Creating and embedding Excel web app spreadsheets and other tools which optimize site functionality and usability
  • Monitoring research reports, fact sheets, advocacy pieces, and other materials that incorporate arts and culture data
    Position qualifications
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, basic html, GIS mapping software (including ArcGIS software), Google Sites, and web-based data visualization tools. Knowledge of Python programming language a plus.
    • Comfort working with large datasets
    • Strict attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and ensure quality of work
    • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
    • Results oriented, resourceful and highly motivated
    • Excellent organizational and administrative skills
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Interest in public policy and legislative landscape a plus
      What would an intern learn?
      Arts Alliance Illinois is a national leader in research on the arts sector and cultural policy. The data and research intern will be treated as a valuable and integrated member of the Alliance team. In addition to gaining a greater understanding of available data and research on the sector, this individual will also see first-hand how a small nonprofit arts organization operates.
      Organization
      Founded in 1982, Arts Alliance Illinois is the state's leading voice for the arts and arts education. The Alliance is an advocacy organization that promotes the value of the arts through grassroots organizing, coalition-building, lobbying, and policy-relevant research. We believe the arts are not just relevant, but essential to Illinois’ social, economic, and educational growth and vitality. As the largest network of any statewide arts advocacy organization in the country, Arts Alliance Illinois is the only organization that actively serves and represents artists and cultural organizations across all disciplines, budget sizes, and geographic areas. More information on the Alliance is available at www.artsalliance.org.
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70 East Lake Street Suite 420 Chicago, IL 60601 tel 312.855.3105 fax 312.855.1565 www.artsalliance.org

The time commitment will be 3-4 days per week. Pay is hourly and commensurate with the experience of the qualified applicant.
Application procedure
Please e-mail a resume and cover letter to searchdri@artsalliance.org . No calls please.
Arts Alliance Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse workforce. To learn more about Arts Alliance Illinois, please visit www.artsalliance.org. 
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