Intern - Research Data Analyst

Job Type Internship Description

Unpaid Internship - Academic Credits Available

Flexible Schedule - Part/Full time, minimum 20hrs/week

Length: three (3) to six (6) months

About Family Health Initiatives:

Family Health Initiatives (FHI), a subsidiary of The Cooperative, is a nonprofit organization committed to advancing public health and improving the quality of life for individuals and families through data-driven programs, research, and collaboration. The Information Strategy and Analytics department supports FHI’s mission by developing actionable insights through robust data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Research Data Analyst Intern to join our Information Strategy and Analytics team. This intern will play a critical role in supporting public health research and program evaluation efforts through data cleaning, analysis, and visualization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and passionate about using data to address community health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with data cleaning, validation, and organization of datasets related to maternal and child health, reproductive health, and other public health topics.
• Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses under supervision.
• Create data visualizations (charts, tables, dashboards) to communicate key findings.
• Support the preparation and writing of reports, presentations, and publications.
• Collaborate with program staff and researchers to translate data insights into actionable recommendations.
• Ensure data privacy and ethical research standards are always upheld.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in or recent graduate of a program in Public Health, Statistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of statistical analysis methods and research design.
• Experience with Excel and at least one data analysis software or programming language (e.g., R, SPSS).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Learning Outcomes:

• Hands-on experience with public health data and applied research.
• Enhanced technical skills in data analysis and visualization.
• Exposure to real-world challenges in community health and nonprofit research.
• Professional development through mentorship and collaborative projects.