Prof. Catherine Woytowicz in the Elliott School is looking to hire a PWP (undergraduate teaching assistant) for her spring course – Science, Technology and Policy (IAFF2190W). This is a practical, nontraditional class designed to recreate the experience of a White House briefing team. The class writes talking points, policy briefs, op eds, and briefing books. They interview and brief experts in many fields.
Experience – Students need not be science or policy majors; anyone who has completed the WID requirements is welcome apply.
Duties – The duties are primarily to help people use critical thinking to write about science and public policy issues. Other duties include:
* attend class (7 – 10pm Thursday nights)
* hold 2 office hours/week
* maintain experts database for student interviews and
call Society, NGO, industrial, military, and academic contacts
* help manage speakers/experts
* assist with protocol reception
Compensation: $1000
To apply – Interested students should send the items below by 5pm Tuesday, 10 November:
* a cover letter stating what they would like to get our of the position
* a writing sample (up to one page) on science policy issue stating why that issue is important to the United States
Interviews – There will be a short interview for finalists during 17 – 18 November.
Cadre dinner – The selected candidate is invited to join the previous PWPs for a welcome dinner on 19 November. PWP’s receive mentoring as part of this program. Instead of ending that at the end of the semester, we keep in touch. Former PWPs now work at the White House, CSIS, and on the Hill. This is a great opportunity for those interested in science policy, teaching, or staff work.
Please send any questions to Prof. Woytowicz at drcat@gwu.edu.
