Youth Policy Research Contractor

Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) is looking for a Youth Policy Research Contractor. This is an excellent opportunity for a policy researcher with strong legislative tracking and writing skills to support tracking and analysis of U.S. federal and state policy developments at the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, and education, as well as research and programming under FPF's broader Youth Policy & Governance portfolio.

• Monitor and maintain a real-time legislative tracker of federal and state activity, including bills and regulations on youth safety, AI, privacy, and education technology
• Track relevant federal agency actions, including developments related to FERPA, COPPA, and emerging AI and child safety frameworks
• Research, draft, and produce periodic legislative intelligence reports tailored to FPF stakeholders' priorities
• Prepare brief updates flagging significant breaking developments such as major votes and regulatory announcements
• Help prepare materials for periodic presentations to and discussions with stakeholders
• Support day-to-day coordination and implementation of contract activities and deliverables
• Provide research and writing assistance for new publications on topics such as age assurance and youth well-being
• Support member community calls and planning for youth policy and governance-focused events
• Conduct research for a periodic Youth Policy and Governance newsletter

• Experience with legislative and regulatory tracking, policy research, or a related analytical role
• Experience covering technology, privacy, education, or child/youth policy (strong plus)
• Excellent research, writing, and synthesis skills with ability to translate complex legislative and regulatory developments into clear, concise analysis under deadline
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to track and prioritize a high volume of bills across multiple jurisdictions
• Familiarity with (or strong interest in developing expertise in) privacy law, AI governance, and/or education policy, including frameworks such as FERPA and COPPA
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Bachelor's Degree with coursework in public policy, technology policy, or related field (preferred)
• Current students in Masters, Law, or other relevant professional programs encouraged to apply

Submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format through the FPF Career Center at https://www.fpf.org/careers/