Applications are viewed only via email, please send your application to mennatullah.hendawy@impactcircles.org Call for Applications: Research Intern (Unpaid) ImpactCircles e.V. is inviting applications for an unpaid Research Internship for candidates with a background in statistics, economics, data science, social sciences, or a related field . We are looking for someone who can support research projects through data analysis, questionnaire design, survey development, and evidence-based research support . At ImpactCircles, our mission is to collect informed data to generate new knowledge. We believe in the power of collective intelligence, where each team member brings their own strengths, interests, and networks to co-create meaningful answers while valuing inclusivity across different mindsets. ImpactCircles has been a registered organization in Berlin since 2017, previously known as helpU e.V. The selected intern will contribute to research activities across a range of interdisciplinary topics, particularly those requiring strong analytical thinking and structured data collection. This includes supporting the design of questionnaires, surveys, and research instruments , helping analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and contributing to research outputs and grant applications. Depending on project needs, topics may include urbanism, sustainability, smart cities, climate change, education, technology, mobility, justice, innovation, and related policy or development issues. At ImpactCircles, we are driven by the power of the collective. Our culture centers on supporting both shared and individual goals. For this reason, the internship begins with one-on-one documentation of the intern’s learning and career goals to help shape a meaningful experience. Internship details Period: At least 20 weeks Commitment: 10 hours per week Location: Remote Preferred background Statistics, economics, econometrics, social sciences, data science, public policy, or a related field Interest in research design, questionnaire development, and data analysis Ability to work with structured and unstructured data Strong writing and analytical skills Requirements Basic research skills are required Experience in survey design, questionnaire development, or data analysis is an asset A master’s degree and publications are preferred Maximum age to join this program is 35 years old Benefits One-on-one career coaching sessions upon request Access to premium research tools A recommendation letter for job applications Opportunity to attend training sessions offered by ImpactCircles e.V. Certificate upon successful completion of the internship Please note: This is an unpaid internship . How to apply Applications are accepted via email only . Please send the following by 16 April 2026 CV Motivation letter List of published work, if applicable One writing sample Send your application to: Dr. Mennatullah Hendawy mennatullah.hendawy@impactcircles.org Application process Submission of CV, motivation letter, and writing sample Submission of assessment tasks If shortlisted and successful in phases 1 and 2, signing of the internship agreement