Intern - Research & Insights at LSG in Washington, DC

Summary: LSG is an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs, and they are seeking a Research & Insights intern. This internship offers hands-on experience in qualitative and quantitative research for clients, focusing on public opinion research, message testing, and corporate reputation management. Responsibilities: - 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 Required 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 Preferred Qualifications: - Prior experience at an agency in market research, polling, data analytics, communications, public affairs, marketing, and/or relevant political campaign/government experience - Prior experience with integrated analytics solutions (incorporating earned, traditional, owned, paid media, etc.) is desired but not necessary Required Skills: Research, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint Important Skills: Google Docs Nice-to-Have Skills: Multitasking, Independent work