Associate Research and Psychometric Services Analyst - Intern

Pearson Education - Trenton, NJ

Full-time - Intern

Trenton, NJ

Publishing Industries

About the position

Pearson is offering an 8-week internship in the summer of 2024 for two doctoral students with outstanding psychometric skills who wish to gain experience in large-scale educational assessment. This internship will provide hands-on experience working with operational K-12 assessments, allowing interns to engage in various aspects of assessment development, item analysis, standard setting, and technical reporting. Interns will work closely with a team of Pearson research scientists, gaining applied experience on many of the tasks involved in supporting an operational K-12 assessment contract. This opportunity will enhance their understanding of how to collaborate and communicate effectively about educational measurement. The internship is designed to immerse interns in the practical applications of their academic knowledge, providing a platform to apply their skills in a real-world setting. Interns will be expected to contribute to ongoing projects, participate in team meetings, and collaborate with peers and mentors to achieve project goals. This experience is not only about gaining technical skills but also about understanding the dynamics of working within a team focused on educational assessment and measurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various aspects of assessment development for K-12 assessments.
• Conduct item analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of assessment items.
• Participate in standard setting processes to establish performance levels.
• Contribute to technical reporting related to assessment outcomes.
• Collaborate with research scientists on ongoing projects.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a doctoral program in educational measurement, educational statistics, educational psychology, or a similar program.
• Completion of at least two years of doctoral-level coursework prior to the summer of 2023.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a leading educational assessment organization.
• Opportunity to work with experienced research scientists.
• Networking opportunities within the education and assessment field.