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Public Affairs Intern - Communicating Scientific Impacts

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American Physical Society

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16.00 - 20.00 USD / Hour

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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