Policy Research Intern (Food, Nutrition or Health)

ABOUT THE INSTITUTEKhazanah Research Institute (KRI) carries out research on the pressing issues of the nation. We then recommend policies to improve the well-being of Malaysians based on that research.We do all this through:rigorous impartial analysis founded on data;convening discussions, amongst those who are relevant, to illuminate understanding of the issues;being advocates of the knowledge we acquire.We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by Yayasan Hasanah and Khazanah Nasional Berhad. To learn more about us, visit KRInstitute.org and our socials, @krinstitute on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTIONThe Khazanah Research Institute is recruiting interns to support its research team in carrying out rigorous research to provide actionable policy recommendations to address the most pressing issues facing Malaysia.Interns will work closely with staff members at the Institute on a broad variety of assignments ranging from compiling, processing, and analysing statistical data, assisting in the production of research reports, administrative duties, and assisting with research-related events.REQUIREMENTSApplicants should:Students in their second or final year pursuing degrees in food, nutrition or health-related fields.Possess strong academic results, minimum CGPA of 3.0.Able to demonstrate strength in quantitative research, with interest in sharpening their existing research competencies as well as learning other methodologies.Possess an interest in policy research and the multi-faceted causes and potential solutions to the issues tackled in this field.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.Available for a minimum of three months.TO APPLYSend your CV, cover letter (including internship availability), academic transcripts to internship@krinstitute.org with the subject line: Policy Research Intern (Food, Nutrition, Health): [Your Name]Please note that due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will receive responses. We appreciate your kind understanding.