The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled intern to support the state's workforce development evaluation initiatives. The intern will lead an analytic project evaluating the performance of ARIZONA@WORK program(s) on the state’s longitudinal data system.
This role will provide hands-on experience with data science, data analysis, and data management methodologies, and contribute to the development of reports that support strategic decision-making.
This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).
• Collaborate with state agencies and local organizations to integrate analytic findings into workforce development strategies
• Provide support to WIOA state and local boards and workforce partners, including communication of new IDS products
• Track and report key performance indicators related to workforce development performance
• Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify trends and patterns in workforce data
• Assist OEO IDS and Workforce teams with project deliverables as needed
• Develop and publish website and data visualization content
• Lead the development of a workforce evaluation report
Knowledge of:
• Analytic thinking, including ability to apply standard research methodologies, applied statistics, and use of data manipulation techniques
• Obtained or earning bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in economics, statistics, or a related field
• Minimum of one year experience performing analytic work
Skills in:
• Excellent data analysis and visualization skills
• Strong written and oral communication
• Strong problem solving skills
Ability to:
• Ability to collaborate with others, present information to diverse stakeholders, and use data analysis and management software
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Economics, Data Science, Political Science, Data Management, Statistics, or related field
• Position requires a criminal background (fingerprint) check in accordance with A.A.C. R2-5A-303
•Position requires possession of a Fingerprint Clearance Card
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov