Executive/Research Assistant – Marijuana Policy Project

Stand Together

. Find working groups in multiple states that support regulated and safe access to cannabis .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong research and policy knowledge while effectively promoting regulated access to cannabis. Capable of working independently and participating in both online and on-site programming.

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Research SkillsPolicy KnowledgeSelf-MotivationIndependent WorkPublic Safety Awareness

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Hard Skills

ResearchWritingPolicy Analysis

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedComfortable Working Independently

Industry Keywords

Cannabis RegulationPublic SafetyFree MarketsTeen Access Reduction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Find working groups in multiple states that support regulated and safe access to cannabis
Conduct research
Write research briefs for the Executive Director
Work on a project promoting regulated free markets to reduce teen access to cannabis
Work on a project focused on overall public safety
Work independently, with the possibility of occasional small-group work
Participate in online and on-site KIP programming

Requirements

What you’ll need

Early-career professional, including undergraduate, graduate, or law students and recent graduates
Geographically located in the United States for the duration of the program
Authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
Basic research and policy knowledge
Ability to attend the entirety of online and on-site KIP programming
Ability to work approximately 32 hours per week
Successful completion of interviews with the non-profit partner organization and Stand Together Fellowships staff

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid experiential learning program
Professional development
Leadership training
Meaningful work experience
$7,500 stipend for full-time participants
Online and on-site KIP programming