Research & Strategy GroupRSG
Undergraduate teams that research and develop tailored strategies for non-profit, public sector, and private clients on socio-political issues.
- Joining
- ApplicationFirst-years eligible
- When
- Usually recruits in fall and spring
About
RSG's collaborative teams conduct research and work in case teams to develop tailored strategies, producing deliverables in fields ranging from data science and digital transformation to the green transition. Dedicated to equipping its members with a comprehensive range of transferable skills, this program is designed for both research and consulting-based strategy development.
How to join
- Application — A written application, often followed by interviews.
What they do
- Presentations at the White House
- In-depth studies on racial disparities in voter turnout
- Policy promotion for statewide clean energy initiatives
- A conference on artificial intelligence
- Research and case-team strategy development for clients
- Producing deliverables in fields such as data science, digital transformation, and the green transition
Mission, in their words
Dedicated to equipping its members with a comprehensive range of transferable skills, for both research and consulting-based strategy development.
More links
- IOP program pageHarvard directory
Sources
- Research & Strategy Group | The Institute of Politics at Harvard UniversityHarvard page · seen Oct 29, 2026
- Programs | The Institute of Politics at Harvard UniversityHarvard page · seen Oct 12, 2026
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