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Join our leadership team

PPI’s leadership team consists of the following positions:

• Executive Director
• Operations Director
• Research Director
• Finance Director
• Communication Director
• Project Leads

Our leadership team drives PPI’s long term development and strategic direction, as well as handles day-to-day operations to ensure our policy analysts can achieve their research goals and be provided with the support and learning opportunities that are key to PPI’s twofold mission.

Interested in joining our leadership team for the following year? Apply below! (Note: Application for Executive and Operations Director is open only to current PPI members)

Become an analyst

Policy analysts play a vital role in PPI’s mission by conducting in-depth policy research, developing advocacy initiatives, and collaborating with community stakeholders. This position offers students the opportunity to engage in real-world policy development, making a meaningful impact on Pittsburgh and its surrounding communities. Analysts will work in teams to lead research and advocacy projects, with opportunities for professional growth through writing, organizing, and public engagement.

Student development is key to our twofold mission. We offer numerous opportunities for growth and learning, and analysts will be exposed to a variety of issues during their experience. From faculty-led workshops on methodological techniques to conversations with practitioners about how policies are implemented, analysts can expect to become well-rounded policy researchers, capable of tackling the most challenging issues society faces.

Interested in joining our team for the following year? Apply below!