Allegheny Conference: Intern Job Posting

Allegheny Conference on Community Development

JOB POSTING

Working Job Title:	Market Research Intern
Position Reports To:	Vice President, Market Research and Analysis

OBJECTIVE

This position supports the Business Development market research activities of the Allegheny Conference including prospect identification, company recruitment and global marketing. 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 August 2012, with a possible term 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.

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 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

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education:	Current university student
Knowledge:	Candidate should have interest in areas such as marketing, research, statistics and economic and community development issues
Experience:	Position will entail significant phone and Internet usage; experience in these areas is desired
Skills:	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.

Send resume to hrdept@alleghenyconference.org