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. VOICE UP A Three-Part Series MARCH 2026 Editor's Note: The following three articles trace the emergence of Voice Up Publishing, Inc. a public health startup and grassroots movement born in November 2024. Together, they document what happens when purpose, patience, and a deeply human methodology meet the urgent question that quietly haunts so many lives: Where do I belong? PART ONE OF THREE The Question Nobody Is Asking How a prayer walk in the rain became a global movement and what it reveals about the gap at the heart of American education Voice Up Series · March 2026 On a rainy evening in November 2024, Art Fuller a behavioral health executive managing a $53 million budget and more than 600 employees across eleven counties in Indiana went for a walk. He was not, by any reasonable measure, a man with time to spare. He was simultaneously completing a doctoral degree, running one of the state's most complex community mental health systems, and carrying the accumulated weight of thirty years in education and healthcare. And yet something was pulling at him, a question he could not set aside.