Research Analyst Intern / Validity (for students)
Date Posted 04-06-2012
About the Job
Research Analyst Intern
Validity is seeking an energetic and flexible Research Analyst Intern with exceptional professional dedication and personal drive.
The Intern we hire will receive an unparalleled opportunity to participate in building a consulting practice. Our team is made up of all A-Players – we are looking for colleagues that can keep pace with a team that thinks and moves very quickly. Our expectations are very high for everyone on the team. If you have a strong intellect and superior work ethics and have aspirations to work in a very entrepreneurial environment, where you are bound learn a lot, this is a great opportunity.
About Validity
Validity is a business consulting firm like no other. We bring passion into what we do. Our vision is derived from our purpose and passion- to be a trusted advisor, to management teams, delivering purposeful results that create legacies around the globe through passionate belief(s). By converting resources into greater value for management teams, we deliver outcomes that are significant, tangible and financial but have meaningful impact brought about by innovative approaches.
We believe the delivery of purposeful results create legacies as a recognizable impact that outgrows the lives of individuals and positively influences management teams, consumers, employees, leaders, organizations, industries and society as a whole. We fulfill our vision, purpose and passion by inspiring management teams to live a culture of innovation that creates high economic value, so that together we transform our respective industries.
We believe in better results for our clients—results that are uniquely tailored and go beyond financial results to create legacies.
Duties and responsibilities
The Research Analyst Intern will be responsible for providing research and analytical support to Validity’s consultants and business development manager. He or She will contribute to producing reports for the purpose of helping Validity grow and sustain its business.
The Research Analyst Intern will furthermore contribute to the development of Validity’s services. He or she will also be tasked with providing support upon request to other staff members within Validity as directed. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
• Undertake web and literary research.
• Contribute to business project reports, research reports, white papers and analytical documentations and presentations
• Research activities such as telephone interviews, one-on-one interviews, questionnaire design, survey development, etc.
• Initial analysis of research findings for draft reports and deliverables to managers and/or clients
• Preparation of, and assistance with, the development of company proposals, draft reports and key industry briefs including content review and preparation, formatting and presentation enhancement.
• Monitoring and reporting of competitor activity and key industry highlights
• Contributing to the execution of in-house projects
• Conducting in-depth data analyses using traditional and advanced methods
• Authoring reports containing actionable recommendations
• Liaison with various networks, organizations and stakeholders.
• Assist in maintaining all social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Blog, LinkedIn)
• Track the social media cyberspace and key contents for Validity
• Translating web and blog content from English to Arabic
Requirements:
• Bachelors or advanced degree in business, or any other related subject.
• 1 to 3 years of experience
• Exceptional written, oral, and presentation communication abilities in English and preferably Arabic
• Expertise with Excel and PowerPoint, and Graphics
Core Competencies
• Intellectual ability
• Strong analytic skills and critical thinking skills
• Problem solving mentality
• Imagination and creativity;
• Judgment and maturity
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal skills
• Professionalism and quality orientation
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Professional integrity and ethics
How to apply
The minimum duration of this position is 6 months.
If your profile corresponds to this job description you may send the following materials, clearly stating “Research Analyst Intern” as the subject of your email to: recruit@valid-ity.com
1. CV (clearly stating your qualifications, experience, and contact information)
2. Motivation letter, indicating why Validity should consider you for this position and the value you will bring to the company
