Public Affairs Intern - Communicating Scientific Impacts Jobs

American Physical Society

Location:
United States

Category:
Public Relations

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

16.00 - 20.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The part-time, temporary public affairs intern supports the American Physical Society (APS) by researching and developing public-facing materials that show how fundamental scientific discoveries lead to modern technological advancements. The intern contributes to a new effort to build at least 10 “tech trees” visual tools that map connections between foundational scientific research and today’s technologies, with emphasis on research supported by U.S. federal science agencies. The role requires careful literature review, analytical thinking, and collaboration with APS staff to design clear, accurate visualizations for broad audiences. This position is ideal for science students or early-career professionals interested in communicating the importance of publicly funded science. This is a temporary, part-time position with an expected duration of no more than four months.

Job Responsibility:

Research and content development: Conduct research using scientific literature, federal grant databases, patents, and other sources to identify links between fundamental research and technological applications
Document findings clearly, ensuring accuracy and integrity of sources
Draft concise summaries of scientific concepts and research impacts for non-specialist audiences
Visualization and design support: Collaborate with APS staff to organize research into structured, logical pathways for at least 10 “tech tree” visualizations
Support iterative review cycles, incorporating feedback from the science policy manager and the head of public affairs
Project coordination: Report and communicate regularly with the science policy manager and the head of public affairs
Track tasks and timelines and meet internal deadlines
Participate in discussions of design concepts and project scope with relevant staff
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of one year relevant work experience and/or two years of college, university, and/or higher education coursework is required
Proficient in using data visualization tools and techniques, web-based tools preferred
Proficient data analysis and visualization skills
Ability to structure information clearly for visual presentation
Proficient in Google Suite
Proficient in analyzing data, using MS excel or other tools
Strong organization, documentation, and prioritization skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to adapt to quickly changing schedules
Ability to work well with interdepartmental teams as well as independently

Nice to have:

College, university, or higher education coursework in physics, another physical science, engineering, science communication, or a related field preferred
College, university, and/or higher education coursework completion in physical science and/or related/relevant fields is preferred

What we offer:

Remote First: The majority of staff work primarily from remote locations
APS promotes equal treatment and access for staff in the United States, regardless of physical work location
APS allows flexible work hours
Responsiveness is required during workday core hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

Remote work

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