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University of Utah ยท 1 month ago

Policy Intern, Nucleus

positionSalt Lake City, UT
timeInternship
remoteHybrid
seniorityIntern
money$15/hr - $15/hr
workcardStart in 2026 Winter

The University of Utah's Nucleus Institute is seeking a Policy Intern to support innovative policy research focused on Utah-centered technology policy. This internship program offers hands-on experience in advanced policy analysis and legislative observation, contributing to a long-term research agenda related to emerging technology.

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Responsibilities

Framework Mastery: Complete training in foundational policy frameworks, including systems thinking, wicked problems, and deliberative democracy
Legislative Observation: Observe the legislative process in-person at the Capitol during the General Session in January to gain firsthand understanding of state policymaking
Research Infrastructure: Design, build, and maintain a comprehensive research database system for tracking tech innovation policy developments across various jurisdictions (local, state, national, international)
Data and Analysis: Create stakeholder mapping tools, develop standardized templates for research briefs, and gain competence in research workflow and citation management systems (e.g., Zotero, Notion)
Applied Policy Research: Conduct comparative policy analysis (e.g., AI regulation approaches), support evidence-based policy research through data collection, policy design thinking, and policy evaluation
Cohort Leadership & Knowledge Sharing: Serve as a mentor and transition lead by training incoming interns, thoroughly documenting research workflows, and ensuring the program's sustained operational success

Qualification

Research skillsWriting skillsTechnology policy knowledgeSystems thinkingData collectionPolicy evaluationCitation managementMentoring

Required

High School Diploma, or equivalency
Current undergraduate or graduate students attending a Utah institution of higher education. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply and must remain a student for the duration of the internship
Strong research and writing skills with the ability to synthesize complex information accurately and concisely
Genuine interest in technology policy and innovation shaping Utah's future
Willingness to learn and utilize research databases and policy tracking platforms

Company

University of Utah

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The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah.
dateFounded in 1850
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Salt Lake City, ut, US
people-size10001+ employees
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