Custom Research Paid Internship

Penta is a global company providing data-driven solutions to help clients  achieve their objectives in an increasingly complex stakeholder environment. We provide cutting-edge intelligence products to help clients understand what their stakeholders think, see, and hear, and then leverage that intelligence to develop and execute effective, measurable strategies. 

Our 350+ person global team brings decades of experience in business, government, communications, research, data science, and media. Our clients include companies across a variety of industries, including technology, financial services, energy, healthcare, and more. Penta has offices in New York, London, Washington, DC, San Francisco, Vail, Dublin, London, Brussels, Singapore, and Hong Kong.

Summary of Position:

Penta is seeking full-time paid interns for 2024 to support the custom research team. They will benefit from immediate opportunities for professional development while working in a fun, fast-paced, and challenging environment. Interns support analysts, directors, and managing directors on client teams. A successful candidate has strong writing, analytical, and time-management skills, and a curious, proactive, high-achieving attitude. This role is a great opportunity for recent graduates who are interested in learning about a career in qualitative and quantitative research and polling.

Duties & Responsibilities:

 + Assisting in overseeing projects

 + Setting up client reports (creating slides, tables, graphs, etc.)

 + Proofing and entering data into reports+ Proofing client report

+ Checking programmed surveys

 + Checking data (tabs/crosstabs) for accuracy

+ Work with vendor portals to set up banner points and download data

 + Downloading transcripts (using a transcript app), editing transcripts, and pulling quotes for reports

 + Assisting in day-to-day administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications:

 + Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Business, Political Science/Government, Public Policy, Economics, or related field

 + Previous internship experience at an agency, publicly traded company, media outlet, or in politics or government

 + Experience conducting research and performing financial or economic analysis, writing and distilling complex ideas and concepts into a digestible format

 + Familiarity with business, economics, politics, and the legislative process; expertise and interest in a specific policy field is a plus

 + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

+ Strong attention to detail

 + Ability to take initiative+ Strong organizational skills

 + Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team

 + Problem-solving skills

 + Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple, competing tasks

 + Ability to commit to internship for 40 hours a week for 6 months

Benefits:

 + Dynamic and supportive environment for learning and growth

 + Frequent firm-wide social events and activities (Washington, D.C.)

 + Knowledge Meeting lunches with all staff on a variety of topics (Washington, D.C.)

 + Mentoring opportunities and support in the development of long-term career goals

 + Opportunities for flexible work arrangements

Start Dates & Locations:

For this position, we have a strong preference for applicants in the greater Washington, D.C. area who are, able to come into the office a few days per week. We have two spots on the team and are looking to fill the roles as soon as possible