Insight Policy Research

Westat Insight, a wholly owned subsidiary of Westat, Inc. is a rapidly growing policy research firm. Built on a foundation of rigorous research, we have more than 22 years of experience conducting quantitative and qualitative data collection and research, program evaluation, and technical assistance for federal, state, and local governments and private-sector clients. Our core focus is on programs and issues that assist historically underserved and economically disadvantaged populations in the areas of— • Health • Education • Food and nutrition • Family support • Workforce development • Military and veteran support Every Insight research project is conducted with one unyielding criterion: a devotion to rigorous standards and statistical defensibility. We employ technically superior methods to achieve the greatest possible precision within cost constraints. Our approach to technical assistance is similarly rooted in our foundation as a successful research organization. Drawing on our team of experienced researchers and former practitioners, we incorporate cutting-edge and proven research findings to tailor technical assistance to each client’s needs. We work in close collaboration with our clients to achieve practical, defensible results. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Insight offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package in a family-friendly environment. We provide a collegial work environment, the opportunity to lead substantive research and evaluation projects, and opportunities to guide and develop new studies. Flexi-place is also offered for those interested. For further information and a summary of the type of studies we conduct, please visit our website at