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We are looking for a Research & Strategy Intern to join our Strategy team at Edelman. This position will support our Strategy and other business teams on various projects which require industry/market research, audience insights, competitive analysis, and strategic planning.
Solving problems through a marketing communications lens is an interdisciplinary challenge.
Research is the foundation of this process so we’re hoping our Research & Strategy Intern has the curiosity and courage to master new research skills, study new industries/categories and take on new challenges. But don’t worry - you are not expected to know everything. Adequate support and mentorship will be provided along the way.
About The Internship
This is a full-time internship program for a period of 6 months. It is based in Singapore.
What you will do:
Research & Analysis:
Assist project teams in conducting in-depth research on industry, market, media, culture, competitor and audience to identify gaps and opportunities for client projects/campaigns/new business briefs
Synthesize and present research findings in engaging formats, such as ongoing trends reports or presentation decks, ensuring that research leads to actionable recommendations
Understand the various research tools available and actively use them to offer insights for better, more data-driven work
Support in any qualitative research such as focus group discussions and interviews
To assist in knowledge management matters – including overseeing and managing the martech/media analysis/social listening and AI tools and processes
Collaborative Strategy Development:
Support Strategy leads in unearthing and turning insights into strategic direction for projects/campaigns/new briefs
Participate in creative brainstorm/ideation sessions
Continuous Learning and Support:
Assist other project teams in other general research and ideation work
Assist Strategy team in other administrative work and proactive projects
What we’re looking for:
Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, or any related field
Good research skills; experience working with data is a plus but not a must
Keeps up to date with the latest in pop culture, social media trends, and current events
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new processes, technologies and tools
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Optional but good to have: Knowledge of martech/media analysis/social listening tools such as Brandwatch, Newswhip, Emplifi, GlobalWebIndex or other similar platforms
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, or a related field
- Good research skills
- Awareness of pop culture, social media trends, and current events
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new processes, technologies, and tools
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience working with data
- Knowledge of Brandwatch, NewsWhip, Emplifi, GlobalWebIndex, or similar martech, media analysis, or social listening tools
Edelman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Edelman and has not been reviewed or approved by Edelman.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with health plans commonly framed as a strong part of the overall package. Mental and physical well-being programs are also emphasized as meaningful support.
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Flexible Benefits — Work flexibility is positioned as a standout, including hybrid routines and a “Work From Anywhere” option for part of the year. Flexible public holidays are also highlighted as adding practical choice to how time is used.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings such as a 401(k) match (and pension-style contributions in some markets) are consistently presented as a solid component of total rewards. This tends to improve overall package value even when base pay feels less competitive.
Edelman Insights
What We Do
Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead, act with certainty and earn the lasting trust of their stakeholders. We develop powerful ideas and tell magnetic stories that move at the speed of news, make an immediate impact, transform culture and spark movements. Since our founding in 1952 by Dan Edelman, we have remained an independent, family-run company. We use our profits to strengthen our business, provide our employees with opportunities to grow, advance our industry, and serve as a responsible citizen of the world. Every day, we strive to live and work by a long-held set of core values: the pursuit of excellence, the freedom to be curious, the courage to do the right thing, and a commitment to improving society. Edelman is an equal opportunity employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
