Job Description
ORGANIZATION:
The Bail Project is a national nonprofit designed to combat mass incarceration by disrupting the money bail system one person at a time. The Bail Project’s National Revolving Bail Fund provides free bail assistance to low-income individuals who are legally presumed innocent, and whom a judge has deemed eligible for release before trial contingent on paying bail. We enable our clients to return home to their families and communities while awaiting their court dates, connect them with community organizations that can assist them in accessing resources, and provide reminders and assistance to ensure that clients return to court for their court dates.
THE PROGRAM:
The Intern and Volunteer Program invites members of the community to intern with The Bail Project. All individuals who intern with TBP will be members of a cohort and that cohort will work with TBP for 3 months. All interns will be expected to participate in educational opportunities, community-building events, and other cohort activities. Interns will be expected to work either 2 or 3 days a week based on their availability. All interns will begin work on February 1, 2021. This is a hard start date and we encourage all candidates to consider this requirement carefully.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a part-time Data Intern who is passionate about making lasting change in the criminal legal system. The Data Intern would ideally have experience with quantitative analysis and methodologies, have an interest in social justice and research methods, and be a graduate student with an interest in Criminal Justice, Public Policy, Public Administration, Evaluation and Measurement, or related fields.
HOURS: 10-15 hours per week
TERM: February - April 2020
START DATE: 2/1/21
END DATE: 4/30/21
REPORTS TO: Volunteer and Intern Coordinator
COMPENSATION: $15 an hour.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research and conduct analysis of court procedures and jail populations.
Conduct quantitative analysis of court and jail data sets.
Document court processes at various TBP sites and jurisdictions.
Interview stakeholders on local criminal justice processes and practices.
Participate in cohort events geared towards education, connection, and professional development.
Engage in weekly or bi-weekly check-ins with supervisor to evaluate progress, identify next steps, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
You are driven, highly organized, and have a deep commitment to The Bail Project’s mission to eliminate race- and wealth-based disparities in our criminal justice system. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable working independently or in a team-based setting, and with a strong commitment to our clients.
TO EXCEL IN THIS ROLE, YOU LIKELY BRING THE FOLLOWING:
Experience with quantitative analysis and methodologies
Interest in research methods
Ability to work remotely and independently
Attention to detail
Commitment to approaching the work through a racial justice and equity lens
The Bail Project is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of people of color, women, LGBTQIA people, and formerly incarcerated individuals. We are committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff.
How to apply: complete your application at bailproject.org/careers/ by providing your resume and TBP focused cover letter. Deadline 1/7/21
Note: This position should ideally be filled by a senior in undergrad, a graduate (or above) student, someone directly or indirectly impacted by the bail system, or an individual coming from an internship-providing institution (ex. United Way).