Voice Up The Researcher Internship 100% Remote

VOICE UP PUBLISHING, INC. Internship Opportunity: Track A The Researcher Location: 100% Remote Term: Spring, Summer, Fall 2026 Time Commitment: 8 10 hours per week About the Opportunity Voice Up Publishing, Inc. is seeking motivated and curious individuals to join its Research Internship (Track A). This unique opportunity allows participants to engage in real-world, community-based research focused on understanding how individuals discover purpose, connect to their communities, and contribute to overall well-being. Interns will work with qualitative data collected from diverse populations and help translate lived experiences into meaningful research insights. This is not a simulated experience interns will contribute directly to active research initiatives that inform education, behavioral health, and community development strategies. Key Responsibilities Facilitate structured conversations using community-based research methods (e.g., Photovoice) Support participants in sharing personal experiences related to purpose, belonging, and identity Analyze qualitative data, including written narratives and participant responses Identify themes and patterns across large datasets Contribute to the development of research reports and findings Assist in building qualitative codebooks and documentation Collaborate with peers and mentors in a remote team environment What You Will Gain Hands-on experience in community-based and qualitative research Exposure to real datasets and active research initiatives Skill development in data analysis, storytelling, and facilitation Experience translating research into actionable insights Opportunities for academic credit (where applicable) Professional documentation of your contributions Potential recognition in research outputs based on performance Qualifications Interest in research, community engagement, or behavioral health Strong communication and listening skills Ability to think critically and identify patterns in qualitative data Curiosity about human behavior, purpose, and community dynamics Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting Preferred Fields of Study (not required): Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Education, Data Science, or related disciplines Eligibility Open to undergraduate students, graduate students, and individuals from all professional backgrounds No prior research experience required Program Structure Participants may engage through one of the following pathways: Academic Credit: Coordinate with your institution for internship credit Volunteer Track: Gain experience and build a professional portfolio Voice Up University: Engage in a structured learning experience with access to curriculum, global peer cohorts, and priority consideration for stipend opportunities How to Apply Please submit the following via email: Your name and current school or professional background A brief statement (2 3 sentences) describing your interest in the internship About Voice Up Publishing, Inc. Voice Up Publishing, Inc. is dedicated to advancing purpose-driven education and research by elevating the lived experiences of individuals and communities. Through innovative methodologies, Voice Up connects storytelling, research, and real-world impact to inform systems change in education, health, and workforce development. Apply Today to contribute to meaningful research that turns real stories into real impact. "We believe many are searching and asking themselves an important question that re-occurs throughout their lifespan. Where do I belong?" THE GAP WITH NO NAME Fuller calls it the Naming Gap the space between a young person's lived experience and their ability to articulate what they want their life to mean. It is not a skills gap or an information gap. It is something more fundamental: a failure of language, of self-knowledge, of the kind of conversation that most institutions are simply not built to facilitate. The design of Voice Up is almost perversely modest in response to this problem. No campuses. No lecture halls. No armies of credentialed staff. The methodology is built around eight weeks of guided reflection, a set of five principles, and the disciplined creation of what Voice Up calls a safe space a judgment-free community where the question of purpose can be explored at full depth, without urgency or shame.