Intern, Research and Insights

LSG, an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs for Fortune 500 companies and leading associations, is seeking a paid Research and Insights intern to join our rapidly growing team. Candidates should be team players and possess exceptionally strong written and verbal communications, analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.

LSG’s Research and Insights Internship offers recent graduates and students up to 30 hours a week of hands-on experience working in the firm’s strategic insights practice that focuses on qualitative and quantitative research for firm clients, including public opinion research, message testing and development, campaign tracking and optimization, and corporate reputation and brand management. The ideal candidate for this role must have an avid interest in qualitative and quantitative research, messaging, and language. The intern will be based in our Washington, DC office and have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects for clients representing several different industries.

Every day will be exciting and bring new tasks and projects.

Responsibilities Include:

• Learning and understanding complex corporate and public policy issues for new, current, and potential clients, ranging from Fortune 100 companies to leading trade associations and issue advocacy organizations.
• Contributing to qualitative research projects by proofreading and editing participant and moderator materials and qualitative analysis memos and reports, attending focus groups, sharing detailed notes and feedback with the team, and more  
• Assisting on quantitative research projects by proofreading and editing surveys, analyzing data, ensuring accurate outputs, identifying key insights, collaborating on detailed PowerPoint analyses, and more
• Conducting in-depth research from clients and key stakeholders for any project, including quickly absorbing, retaining, and critically applying information about clients, competitors, and relevant policies you may be initially unfamiliar with.
• Writing, editing, and proofreading client-facing materials to ensure consistency, 100% accuracy (i.e. no typos, statements verified by data/research, etc.), and quality
• Conducting comprehensive background research for new business opportunities

Qualifications:

• College junior or senior, recent graduate, or graduate student with an interest in research, political science, marketing, public policy, or related fields
• Strong research and analytics skills
• Strong writing and editing skills and sharp attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Docs
• Academic or professional recommendations
• Ability to multitask and work across a variety of client accounts
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an efficient manner
• Ability to adapt communications styles to cultural environments and incorporate the perspectives of multiple communities in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of policy proposals
• Team player with a willingness to take the initiative when needed
• Prior experience at an agency in market research, polling, data analytics, communications, public affairs, marketing, and/or relevant political campaign/government experience preferred
• Prior experience with integrated analytics solutions (incorporating earned, traditional, owned, paid media, etc) is desired but not necessary

LSG is committed to attracting and hiring a diverse staff, one that honors employees’ experience, perspectives, and unique identity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

To apply for this position, please email your resume and a cover letter to jobs@teamlsg.com. Please include “Intern, Strategic Insights” in the subject line of your email.

About LSG 

LSG is an impact agency that partners with clients to grow, evolve, and protect their brands and reputations. We develop integrated communications campaigns to amplify, measure, and harness the voices of people and communities to create meaningful impact. We work with corporations, trade associations, and nonprofits to change hearts and minds, move public opinion, and help brands connect to the public conscience in a rapidly changing environment. Our experts in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs help solve the most complex communications challenges. With practices in strategic insights, stakeholder engagement, public relations, and community marketing, we are leaders in engaging diverse audiences in the U.S. and around the world to drive results and deliver impact. Founded in 2008, LSG is headquartered in Washington, DC and has offices in Boston, Denver, Houston, and New York.

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