A Comparative Study of Digital Skills Frameworks to Support the Innovation Economy in Scotland

The Data Lab’s Data and AI Skills Framework is a tool for individuals and organisations to navigate future workforce development. The framework focuses on the skills people need, rather than job titles. It includes technical, leadership and meta-skills and data & AI ethics and governance. It helps organisations assess current capability, prioritise what matters next and design realistic upskilling pathways. The Data & AI Skills Framework was […]

The cost of raising a child: financial support for parents/carers living in poverty

Eradicating Child poverty is the key government priority for the First Minister and this internship offers a unique opportunity to be part of this exciting and high profile area. Specifically, the work will contribute to increasing our understanding of how best to support families experiencing poverty in Scotland.  The successful intern will undertake an evidence review to explore the financial […]

Centre of Expertise on Appraisal and Evaluation – Improving the use of public money

The SG Centre of Expertise in Appraisal and Evaluation was established in 2024 to ensure that we learn which SG’s policies and interventions work and if they offer value for money. The intern will lead on a project(s) in relation to advancing the SG’s approach to evaluation. Examples of these projects include: carrying out an SG staff Appraisal and Evaluation Skills […]

The economic case for ‘Coming Home’ for people who have learning disabilities and complex needs

This project contributes towards the First Minister’s Mission to reduce delayed discharges. It will provide the intern with opportunities to contribute towards an important and impactful policy area, gain practical experience of how policy is developed and implemented in collaboration with stakeholders, and gain insight into the use of data and evidence in Scottish Government. […]

Analysing responses to maternity and neonatal staff surveys to inform national evaluation of Scotland’s plan for Maternity and Neonatal Care

Three separate surveys are being issued to maternity staff, neonatal staff and senior staff within the NHS to ask about their experiences and outcomes in relation to the implementation of Best Start. These surveys will help us to understand whether and how recommendations in the Best Start have been implemented, whether lessons can be learned and aspects […]