Our Washington, DC office, located a few blocks from the National Mall, is seeking highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented candidates for a part-time fall internship within our Research & Insights division. As an intern in our office, you will have the opportunity to work gain hands-on experience working alongside our teams of dedicated and talented communications professionals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
While intern tasks vary, a typical workload consists of short- and long-term research projects, including assisting with qualitative research such as focus groups and in-depth interviews, quantitative research such as online surveys, as well as digital research projects and social media listening. The intern is also tasked with keeping up to date on current public polling trends and topics, including writing a weekly polling newsletter that is sent throughout the firm, and assisting with public opinion PowerPoint decks that are published on the FGS Global website. In addition, the intern provides general assistance and note-taking on research projects as needed to the Insights team.
REQUIREMENTS
An in-progress BA/BS in a related field, with a preference for third and fourth year students
Ability to devote 2-3 full office days to the internship
Research experience not required, but preferred
Strong analytic, writing, attention to detail and editing skills are required
Problem-solver and strong communicator
A demonstrated capacity for communication, teamwork and collegiality within a tight-knit team
FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to United States federal law requirements, FGS Global complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Please note all applicants must have US work authorization and not require work visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in FGS Global!
District of Columbia Salary Range
$21—$21 USD