The Opportunity
Brunswick Group is seeking curious/sharp and proactive minds to join our Mumbai office for a six-month paid internship programme.
At Brunswick, we advise clients through reputation-defining moments, helping them navigate complex business, financial, political and societal issues. Our Mumbai internship offers hands-on experience working with client teams on research, media monitoring, stakeholder analysis, communications planning, digital strategy and client engagement.
This is an opportunity for analytical and ambitious individuals to gain exposure to high-stakes advisory work, learn from experienced communications professionals, and build a strong foundation for a career in strategic communications.
The internship is designed as a six-month programme, and candidates should be available to commit to the full duration. There is the opportunity for the internship to be extended, with high-performing interns potentially progressing into a full-time Executive role with Brunswick’s India team.
About the role
As an intern, you will support client teams across a range of assignments, including:
- Conducting industry, company, competitor and stakeholder research to support client engagements and new business opportunities
- Monitoring media, policy and digital conversations, and analysing developments shaping corporate reputation, public discourse and stakeholder expectations
- Preparing reports, briefings and intelligence materials on key themes, narratives, market developments and emerging risks and opportunities
- Supporting research on current affairs, business leaders, prospective clients and issues affecting clients across sectors
- Assisting with client materials, presentations, stakeholder mapping, campaign planning and communications strategy development
- Supporting issues and crisis response efforts through rapid research, fact-finding and narrative analysis
- Supporting external client events, including investor luncheons and media conferences, and contributing to broader client engagement activities
- Gaining exposure to how Brunswick develops advice for clients across corporate communications, digital strategy, social media, SEO, AI and reputation management
What we are looking for
We are looking for candidates who bring:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, alongside exceptional research, analytical and synthesis skills
- A strong academic background and an interest in strategic communications, corporate affairs, business, media, public policy, markets and current affairs
- The ability to analyse complex information, identify key insights and communicate them clearly, concisely and accurately
- Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity and the ability to recognise nuance in complex issues and stakeholder dynamics
- An interest in corporate reputation, stakeholder engagement, issues management and the factors shaping public discourse
- Understanding of corporate, financial and macroeconomic concepts, and an interest in how organisations navigate business and reputational challenges
- Strong digital literacy and an interest in the role of AI, social media and emerging technologies in business and communications
- A collaborative mindset, positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
- Brings a positive attitude and sense of humour, contributing to a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment.
- Respect for diverse perspectives and working styles, alongside composure, good judgement and a sense of humour under pressure
- Availability to commit to the full six-month internship programme and to work from our Mumbai office as part of an in-person team environment
What you can expect
The internship is designed to provide rigorous, practical and well-rounded exposure to advisory work. Interns can expect:
- Hands-on experience on live client and research assignments
- Training in media monitoring, research and analysis
- Exposure to Brunswick colleagues across teams and offices
- Mentoring and regular feedback
- Opportunities to build professional networks
- The opportunity to build towards a full-time Executive role with Brunswick’s India team, for interns who demonstrate strong performance, curiosity and fit during the programme
Selection process
To apply, interested candidates will be asked to submit:
- An up-to-date CV
- A 2-minute video explaining why they are interested in the internship
- A completed questionnaire
After reviewing applications, we will invite shortlisted candidates to a first-round virtual interview, with successful candidates progressing through two additional virtual interview rounds.
How to apply
Please submit your CV, video and completed questionnaire to [email protected]
Application deadline: 31 July 2026
Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes.
Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.
Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one-firm firm” with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world.
Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Please read our Global Privacy Notice to understand how your data is managed.
Skills Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, and exceptional research, analytical and synthesis skills
- Strong academic background and interest in strategic communications, corporate affairs, business, media, public policy, markets and current affairs
- Ability to analyse complex information, identify key insights and communicate them clearly, concisely and accurately
- Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity and ability to recognise nuance in complex issues and stakeholder dynamics
- Interest in corporate reputation, stakeholder engagement and issues management
- Understanding of corporate, financial and macroeconomic concepts
- Strong digital literacy and interest in AI, social media and emerging technologies
- Collaborative mindset, positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
- Positive attitude and sense of humour, contributing to a collaborative, supportive team environment
- Respect for diverse perspectives and working styles, composure and good judgement under pressure
- Availability to commit to the full six-month internship and to work from the Mumbai office in-person
- Application materials: up-to-date CV, 2-minute video explaining interest, and completed questionnaire
What We Do
Brunswick is an advisory firm specialising in business critical issues. We help companies build trusted relationships with all their stakeholders. When clients turn to us, it’s because they know that engaging effectively with everyone who has a stake in the company is about more than managing perceptions - it is essential to making business work. Our background in financial communications means we understand how businesses are wired. It also means integrity is deep in our nature: diligence, openness and accuracy. Brunswick is one firm globally. Delivering anywhere, we have a reputation for high-calibre, highly experienced people who have diverse backgrounds and skills. It means whatever the task, no matter how complex or where it is in the world, we can assemble the right expertise from right across the firm. Our purpose is to help the great value creating organisations of the world play a more successful role in society. You can also follow us on Twitter @BrunswickGroup
