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Center for Science in the Public Interest

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11 - 50 employees

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a non-profit health-advocacy group based in Washington, DC, that focuses on nutrition and food safety. CSPI publishes Nutrition Action, one of the nation’s largest circulation health newsletter, and has led efforts that resulted in healthier diets, more-nutritious school foods, safer foods, and more honest food labeling. CSPI provides objective information to the public and represents citizens’ interests before legislative, regulatory, and judicial bodies. CSPI is supported largely by subscribers to Nutrition Action, individual donors, and foundation grants.

📋 Description

• Conduct a literature reviews on the charitable food system and disaster food assistance • Monitor and track state and federal legislation related to policy priorities, including SNAP restrictions and farm to food bank • Research and track state evaluation plans for SNAP restriction waivers • Support the Nutrition, Policy, & Food Banking workgroup including coordinating speakers and outreach to members • Support the planning of hill visits and in-person convening

🎯 Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a public health, nutrition, or related graduate degree program (master’s or doctoral) • Excellent research and writing skills with ability to read, analyze, interpret, and summarize public health and nutrition research • Exceptional attention to detail • Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage tasks appropriately to achieve project goals • Interest in health equity, nutrition security, and food policy • Leadership, organizing, or community engagement experience is a plus

🏖️ Benefits

• Paid internship