Allegheny Conference on Community Development
Working Job Title:
| Market Research Intern |
Position Reports To:
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Vice President, Market Research and Analysis
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JOB SUMMARY
A creative, organized person is needed for a paid internship to assist the Market Research and Analysis function of the Economic Development program area of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development. This part-time position (approximately 12 hours a week) will begin immediately and last through December, 2011, with a possible extensions. Work can be scheduled around classes although they must be during normal business hours.
The position calls for a self-starter who is not afraid to think creatively and is able to track down difficult-to-find information. In addition, the candidate should be able to meet deadlines while balancing multiple projects and maintaining the highest quality standards.
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Perform secondary research by searching databases, company websites, and outside surveys
· Support Market Research Analysts in completing research requests including assembling demographic, economic and business information
· Maintain selected databases, electronic files, online resources, and paper documentation
· Update portions of the internal website and maintaining internal lists and resources
· Organize and maintain the Market Research and Analysis Library
· Balance multiple priorities, working independently or participating as a part of a cross-functional team, keeping others informed through clear written and verbal communication, while maintaining a high level of productivity
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SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Education:
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Current university student
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Knowledge:
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Candidate should have interest in areas such as marketing, research, statistics and economic and community development issues
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Experience:
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Position will entail significant phone and Internet usage; experience in these areas is desired
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Skills:
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Data mining and business analytics
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational, planning, problem-solving, quantitative, and project management skills
Proficient in MS Office suite and database software. GIS skills a plus.
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Send resume to hrdept@alleghenyconference.org
