>> So I think there's not a linear path to get, kind of, into more of a research position
or sort of a think-tank job in DC.
I think that one of the best things you can do is just intern
in places that seem interesting to you.
If you're interested in the policy process in general, I think working on the advocacy side,
working on its government side, or working on the research and evaluation side.
Any of those can really just give you a good opening into the policy world.
I think that it's also really important to take quantitative classes.
I think that sometimes those can be overlooked, if you're kind of focusing more in politics
or public policy, but I think having a quantitative background is very important
and served me very well.