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How to find volunteer opportunities for research and statistician in the Department of Education?

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I will be finishing a EDS degree in Education in December. I also have an education and professional background in research and statistics.

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Joel’s Answer

A really good opportunity to get some volunteer experience is to contact professors that you had a good connection with during lectures. Having the opportunity to work with a previous professor will generate good connections and experience.

There are good possibilities to work in high schools as well. I recommend emailing teachers and see if they need an assistant. Another way to get more informed is to call and ask them personally about what you can bring to the table.

Also don't forget about using networks on the Internet like; Linkin, Indeed, Google, and CSU/US Websites Careers.

Best of Luck Shirley!
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Joseph’s Answer

Hello Shirley. Great question! As suggested above, the best place to start would be talking to your professors. They will often have many established connections with industry to connect you with, or have some familiarity with the projects already taking place on campus. Next, if volunteering on research projects interests you, I'd try reaching out to graduate students. Many of them will be working on research projects that require quantitative work. I'd imagine your background in statistics would be a terrific asset in this space.
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Daniel’s Answer

Data science is the future! I'd say the best way to get involved with research in education would be to do a lot of homework on professors or Principle investigators that do the type of research you're interested in and then cold-email a bunch of them. Make sure to include your skills/examples of your work/your resume.

Additionally, make sure to personalize the email to the research that person does. Don't expect many people to email you back; a lot of the emails you send out won't even garner a "thank you for your interest, but no" response... but one or two people might get back to you, and there's your in.
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Athena’s Answer

Hi Shirley -
You can start by reaching out to your high school or college. Use the network you have created to find mentors and opportunities.
Another research is Indeed and LinkedIn - there are tons of websites out there to help pair you to the right company.
Good luck!
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