Summer Internship - Academic Measurement, Research & Development

Your Work Makes a Difference at ACT

Education has immense power, transforming lives and creating opportunities that resonate through generations. At ACT, we are deeply committed to fostering inclusivity in education, ensuring everyone can access this power. Our purpose is clear: helping people achieve education and workplace success.

As part of the ACT Education Corp. team, you'll contribute to this vital mission. We value a diverse workplace and cultivate an inclusive environment where every team member has equal opportunities for growth.

Opportunity: Summer Internship - Academic Measurement, Research & Development

We are seeking a Summer Intern to join our Measurement, Research and Development - Academic Measurement team. This internship offers a project-based experience in educational measurement, with a primary focus on item difficulty modeling and applications of Item Response Theory (IRT) within assessment development and analysis.

You will collaborate closely with experienced psychometricians, developing study plans, executing research, and presenting your findings. This is an exceptional opportunity for graduate students interested in educational measurement, quantitative psychology, or related fields to gain practical experience in advanced statistical modeling and assessment design.

Location & Duration

• This is a remote internship, based in the United States.
• The internship is scheduled from Monday, June 8, 2026, to Friday, August 14, 2026, with flexibility for the right candidate.
• Hourly Rate: $23.00 (not incentive or benefits eligible).
• Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Central Time.

Typical Job-Related Activities Include

• Reviewing related literature and developing a written study plan, familiarizing yourself with provided data.
• Writing syntax (e.g., in SAS/R) to conduct required statistical analyses.
• Summarizing all results and findings comprehensively.
• Drafting a research report and/or a conference proposal.
• Presenting your study during summer intern presentation sessions.

Qualifications

Education:

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program, having completed at least 2 years of work in a related area, preferably measurement or statistics.

Experience:

• Strong measurement and statistical knowledge, particularly in field testing and Item Response Theory (IRT).
• Demonstrated interest in educational research.
• Proficiency with SAS/R is preferred, along with previous research experience.

About ACT

Since its founding in 1959, ACT has redefined assessment by helping students understand their readiness and improve. We continue to disrupt the industry through our expertise in assessment and research, enabling more people to learn, measure progress, and navigate life's transitions successfully. Our mission of helping people achieve education and workplace success is driven by our team members. We invest in their growth, connections, and learning to foster innovation and celebrate collective achievements.

Learn more about careers at ACT at act.org!

Key skills/competency

• Educational Measurement
• Psychometrics
• Item Response Theory (IRT)
• Statistical Modeling
• Data Analysis
• Research Design
• SAS
• R
• Assessment Development
• Quantitative Psychology