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The center seeks a nutrition policy analyst to focus on achieving food security for all Texans. The analyst reports to the Executive Director and supervises a part-time junior analyst and policy intern. Our nutrition team works at both the state and federal level to strengthen food assistance programs and improve nutrition by analyzing proposed changes in government policies, offering new approaches to achieving food security, providing technical assistance to policymakers, conducting research on implications of food and nutrition policy choices, and collaborating with others. This position offers opportunities to engage in research, writing, speaking, testifying, and interacting with the press on nutrition policy. The nutrition policy analyst is a member of CPPP’s economic opportunity team, which works together to increase family economic security and make economic opportunity available to all Texans. CPPP serves on the steering committee of the Texas Food Policy Roundtable, a diverse group of Texas leaders who have joined forces to develop, coordinate, and improve the implementation of food policy to address hunger and promote equitable, sustainable, and healthy food in Texas. CPPP also serves on the steering committee of the Partnership for a Healthy Texas, a coalition of organizations that identifies and supports policy that will have the most impact on the obesity epidemic.
Candidate Qualities
We will consider candidates with varying levels of experience, but some background in nutrition policy is required. While no candidate will have every desirable quality, the ideal candidate would have: a strong desire to be part of a policy analysis and advocacy team working to increase food security and improve nutrition in Texas; capacity and willingness to engage in budget analysis; experience working with policymakers, advocates, and others to develop policy options and strategies to achieve change; strong analytic and communications skills (including writing and public speaking); ability to supervise junior staff and interns; willingness to participate in building and sustaining coalitions; ability to undertake some travel; and proficiency with basic data analysis and graphic presentation software (Excel and PowerPoint). Relevant educational experience desired, and graduate degree or professional degree preferred.
Compensation and Logistics
Salary will be commensurate with experience. The center offers excellent benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement, and generous vacation, leave, and holidays.
To Apply
Email a cover letter explaining your interest and a resume with your qualifications to nutritionanalyst@forabettertexas.org by close of business on May 21. We will accept applications only by e-mail. All applications will be kept strictly confidential.
Equal Opportunity
The center is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
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CPPP Intern Program Description
The mission of the Center for Public Policy Priorities’ internship program is to prepare highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students committed to improving public policies for low- and moderate-income Texans. The center’s internship program prepares interns for entry into the non-profit policy world by training them to conduct rigorous data and policy analysis, develop effective communications strategies, and build financial support for this important work.
The center is honored to host two sponsored internships: the Betty Anderson Public Policy Internship and the Michael and Alice Kuhn Public Policy Internship.
Internships are typically project-based, and may be available in the following areas: Kids Count, our public policy areas, communications, and nonprofit management, including development. Click here to see descriptions of the areas.
Not all positions are available every semester. The typical length of an internship is one semester (approximately 10-12 weeks), though an internship may be extended several semesters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPPP offer paid internships?
The center offers both paid and unpaid internships, depending upon project and staffing needs.
Can interns earn academic credit?
We are happy to cooperate with an institution's requirements for academic credit.
What is the standard intern work schedule?
CPPP's hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Interns may work part- or full-time depending on their arrangement with the center.
What are the requirements?
Interns at CPPP must be current students at a higher education institution. Applications from recent graduates will not be accepted. Ideal candidates possess a strong grade point average; commitment to work at least one full semester; writing, research, and computer skills; and a commitment to the center's mission.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have additional questions regarding the center’s internship program, please contact the Internship Program Coordinator, at policyintern@cppp.org.