Excellent Opportunities from The Southern Education Foundation, Inc.

Southern Education Foundation, Inc.
Graduate Internship
The Southern Education Foundation, Inc. (SEF), located in Atlanta, GA seeks an outstanding graduate student intern for the summer of 2011. Students pursuing graduate degrees in higher education or related fields are invited to apply. This opportunity is intended to expose promising graduate students to career opportunities in the non-profit higher education sector while gaining experience that compliments a program of study.
SEF is the nation’s oldest education nonprofit and has for over 144 years made outsized contributions to improving education at all levels, from pre-kindergarten through higher education. In a more diverse and global society, SEF maintains a prime focus on the South as the poorest and least educated region of the U.S., but also works to improve education systems and opportunity nationally. SEF, as a public charity, aims to advance creative solutions that ensure fairness and excellence in education for all. Research, policy analysis, advocacy, and service programs are the primary means through which SEF pursues its mission.
The graduate intern will work to assist the development of SEF’s higher education programs and related research projects. Primary areas of focus for this summer include the capacity of Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) as degree providers, systematic assessments of student learning in postsecondary education, and academic program innovation at MSIs. Students interested in this opportunity should have working knowledge and genuine interest in Minority-Serving Institutions and the students most likely to attend them.
The internship begins May 30, 2011 and ends August 5, 2011. SEF will offer a stipend of $4,500 and a reimbursement for travel to Atlanta.
Prospective students must be enrolled in a graduate program having completed at least 15 credit hours and submit: 1) a letter of interest describing professional goals; 2) two letters of recommendation from program faculty and; 3) a copy of all postsecondary transcripts. Materials and inquiries should be addressed to:
Dr. James T. Minor, Director of Higher Education Programs; Southern Education Foundation, 135 Auburn Avenue; Second Floor, Atlanta, GA 30303. Materials may be sent electronically to Ms. Carmen Holman (cholman@southerneducation.org). Deadline for receipt of application materials is April 25th, 2011.

Position Announcement : Higher Education Research and Policy Analyst The Southern Education Foundation, Inc. (SEF), located in Atlanta, GA seeks outstanding candidates to fill a research and policy analyst position. This position is dedicated to the advancement of higher education research, policy analysis, and programing intended to improve access to college and degree completion nationally, but with particular focus on the success of low-income and minority students. This position is intended to bolster SEF’s capacity to inform the higher education community about important trends, policies and improvements in practice. Candidates interested in this position should have working knowledge and genuine interest in Minority-Serving Institutions and the students most likely to attend them.
SEF is the nation’s oldest education nonprofit and has for over 144 years made outsized contributions to improving education at all levels, from pre-kindergarten through higher education. In a more diverse and global society, SEF maintains a prime focus on the South as the poorest and least educated region of the U.S., but also works to improve education systems and opportunity nationally. SEF, as a public charity, aims to advance creative solutions that ensure fairness and excellence in education for all. Research, policy analysis, advocacy, and service programs are the primary means through which SEF pursues its mission.
Completion of the doctoral degree in higher education, public policy, or a related field is required for the position. Candidates should have experience in conducting higher education research and reporting, competence in statistical and analytical research methods as well as experience with data collection, analysis, and report preparation. Exceptional written, oral, and electronic communication skills able to reach diverse external audiences are essential.
Interested candidates should submit: 1) a letter of interest; 2) a current curriculum vitae; 3) writing sample or publication and; 4) names and contact information of three references. Materials and inquiries should be addressed to: Dr. James T. Minor, Director of Higher Education Programs; Southern Education Foundation, 135 Auburn Avenue; Second Floor, Atlanta, GA 30303. Materials may be sent electronically to Ms. Carmen Holman (cholman@southerneducation.org). Deadline for receipt of application materials is April 29, 2011.
Compensation and benefits are competitive.