Description

The Quality of Government Institute in Gothenburg offers two or three spring 2027 internships: one or two general research positions and one data position. Research interns assist with literature reviews, project summaries, analysis and institute activities. The data role covers Python-based data preparation, validation, source licensing and codebook updates. Applicants must be enrolled in a master’s programme that awards academic credit for the internship. This is an unpaid placement, so applicants need a realistic plan for living and accommodation costs. Eligibility: Master’s study in politics, global studies, social sciences, economics, statistics, computing or a related field. Internship integrated into the degree and awarded home-university credit. Funding: Unpaid internship. Travel, accommodation and living costs are not presented as covered. Submission: Choose the role matching your skills and degree objectives. Deadline: 31 October 2026.

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Eligibility criteria

• Master’s study in politics, global studies, social sciences, economics, statistics, computing or a related field.
• Internship integrated into the degree and awarded home-university credit.
• Good written/spoken English, organisation and attention to detail.
• Data role: Python, pandas, cleaning and CSV/Excel/JSON; GitHub and Django are optional.

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