Transition-Age Youth Research and Evaluation Hub - YEDI Affiliated Project
Mark Courtney, Professor
Social Welfare
Applications for Fall 2024 are closed for this project.
About Us:
The Transition-Age Youth Research and Evaluation Hub (TAY-Hub; https://ccwip.berkeley.edu/TAY/) is a dynamic research collaborative located within the California Child Welfare Indicators Project at the University of California, Berkeley. The TAY-Hub is dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving the lives of transition-age youth (TAY) through rigorous research, engagement with stakeholders, and policy advocacy. Our work is inspired by the California Youth Transitions to Adulthood Study (CalYOUTH; https://www.chapinhall.org/research/calyouth/) and aims to enhance the well-being of young individuals transitioning from foster care to adulthood.
Project Overview:
The TAY-Hub operates as an integral part of the University's research efforts, focusing on investigating policies and practices that influence the outcomes of TAY. Our research is deeply rooted in collaboration with child welfare service stakeholders, including individuals with lived experience in foster care. Building on the foundation of the CalYOUTH study, the TAY-Hub is set to extend the boundaries of knowledge related to TAY well-being and success.
Role: Internship Role: Student Researcher
We are excited to offer an internship opportunity for a dedicated and passionate student researcher to join our team. As a Student Researcher with the TAY-Hub, you will be an essential part of our mission to conduct research to improve outcomes for transition-age youth. Your responsibilities will include:
• Assisting in conducting research and evaluation initiatives centered around TAY.
• Engaging with young individuals and key stakeholders providing services to TAY to interpret research findings and translate them into actionable insights.
• Participating in the dissemination of TAY-Hub's research findings to the child welfare services community, policy circles, and the wider public.
Our Commitment:
We are committed to providing youth-equity focused research opportunities for our undergraduate team members and support the development of your learning. We will discuss and support your professional and career development.
Qualifications: Qualifications:
Enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program at the University of California, Berkeley.
Strong interest in issues related to foster care, transition-age youth, and child welfare policies.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Lived experience in the foster care system or direct engagement with youth in care is valued.
Duration: This internship position is offered for Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters and is part-time and primarily remote.
Application Deadline: Student application opens August 16- 28. We look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic and driven student researcher to our TAY-Hub team as we work together to create positive impact in the lives of transition-age youth.
Contact Information:
For inquiries or further information, please contact Andi Lane Eastman, Co-Director, Transition-Age Youth Research and Evaluation Hub, at andrea.eastman@berkeley.edu.
If you are selected for this research project, you will be given the opportunity to join the Youth Equity Discovery Initiative (YEDI) program. YEDI is a research apprenticeship and mentorship program that supplements your URAP research work with weekly workshops in both Fall and Spring semesters. YEDI creates a cohort of undergraduate scholars (usually around 20-30, many from underrepresented backgrounds) that are working on youth equity research projects, such as this one. The year-long program utilizes cascading mentorship, skill-building workshops, and professional development to provide supportive pathways into research careers, service, and leadership addressing adolescent inequities and well-being. Scholars greatly benefit from (and enjoy!) the extra training and support, as well as the professional development opportunities (including faculty guest speakers, graduate student and practitioner panels). The program culminates in a research presentation at the end of the program. The 2024-2025 YEDI cohort will meet on Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6:00pm beginning September 24th. In order to take part in the YEDI program, you MUST be able to attend the workshops at this time. As a YEDI scholar, you will sign up for a PH198 class and receive 1 unit. This is in addition to the units you receive for your URAP research project. For any questions about YEDI, please contact Marieka Schotland at mschotland@berkeley.edu or visit our website here (https://i4y.berkeley.edu/youth-equity-discovery-initiative-yedi-program).
Day-to-day supervisor for this project: Andrea Lane Eastman, Staff Researcher
Hours: 3-5 hrs
Related website: http://ccwip.berkeley.edu/TAY/
Social Sciences