Market Research Internship

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Des Moines, IA, USA
In-Office
23-23 Hourly
Internship
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Vi Living operates 10 Luxury Life Plan Communities across the United States
The Role
Participate in a full-time, 12-week market research internship involving survey management, questionnaire development, research projects, cross-department collaboration, mentorship, and professional development. Interns will present project outcomes and their internship experience to senior leadership. The role requires pursuing a related degree, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and preferably experience with Power BI or Tableau.
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About the program 

The Market Research Internship is a full-time, 12-week program (40 hours per week) running from May through August. Interns will gain hands-on professional experience by contributing to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the business. The program will conclude with a presentation to the senior leadership team, highlighting both the project outcomes and the overall internship experience. Throughout the summer, interns will also gain broad exposure to the organization and its operations. 

 

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors. 

 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Contribute to real projects that will be implemented within the organization 
  • Collaborate with leaders and team members across departments 
  • Participate in professional development and networking opportunities 
  • Present your project and summer experience to the senior leadership team at the conclusion of the internship 
  • Gain a broad understanding of our industry and operations through mentorship, training, and shadowing opportunities 
  • Point of sale survey processes – post-visit and move-in survey management 
  • Assist with questionnaire/survey development and research projects

 

What We’re Looking For: 

  • Actively pursuing a degree in Market Research, Data Analytics, Economics, Marketing, or related. 
  • Experience with Power BI or Tableau preferred. 
  • Strong communication, problem solving, and collaboration skills
  • Eagerness to learn and contribute to a mission-driven organization 
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the 12-week program

 

Why join us?

  • Hands-on experience in a professional environment 
  • Mentorship and exposure to senior leadership 
  • Opportunities for networking and career development
  • Meaningful project work that makes an impact 
  • Competitive hourly rate: $22.50/hour 

 

Our Commitment 

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

 

 

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. 

Skills Required

  • Actively pursuing a degree in Market Research, Data Analytics, Economics, Marketing, or a related field
  • Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, throughout the 12-week program
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong collaboration skills
  • Experience with Power BI or Tableau
  • Ability and eagerness to learn and contribute to a mission-driven organization

Vi Living Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vi Living and has not been reviewed or approved by Vi Living.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is complemented by optional protections such as life, disability, accident/critical illness, and hospital indemnity, plus access to mental‑health resources. Coverage typically begins the first day of the month after hire, reinforcing strong baseline healthcare support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, paid holidays, sick time where applicable, bereavement, jury duty, parental bonding, and caregiving leave create a broad time‑off portfolio. Some locations add paid volunteer time and anniversary holidays, extending flexibility for time away.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match anchors retirement readiness, supported by tools like FSAs and commuter benefits that aid overall financial planning. Access to a credit union and early wage access provide additional day‑to‑day financial support within the total rewards mix.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, Illinois
2,900 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Vi is dedicated to providing quality environments, services, and programs to enrich the lives of older adults. Our goal is for our residents to continually experience the finest in senior living. Throughout Vi’s history, we have maintained our commitment to not only help seniors live independent lives on their terms, but also provide a nurturing environment for our employees to build fulfilling careers of service and care. Today, we support more than 2,900 employees in our corporate and community offices who are deeply committed to the care of our residents. The future success of Vi depends on maintaining a standard of excellence in all phases of resident services and relations.

Why Work With Us

At Vi, we go beyond words; respect, equity, diversity, and inclusion are the foundations of our culture. We're devoted to fostering an environment where every employee feels a genuine sense of belonging, appreciation, and empowerment.

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