Research Analyst Internships
Research analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Technology & Software, with PIMCO, The Brattle Group, and Baird among the employers posting roles now.
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Passionate people. Loyal clients. Leading solutions.
With a rich culture of creative collaboration and professional growth, IDeaS’ team members build successful careers with us.
IDeaS is proud to be a global powerhouse of innovation and excellence; challenge and reward. No matter where we’re working, our teams come together to create leading revenue management solutions that accelerate our clients’ growth through revenue optimization.
Now we just need you!
What You’ll Do:
- Engage in Real Projects: Contribute to initiatives that directly impact our team and the broader ecosystem. Your work won’t sit on a shelf—it will be seen and used.
- Research & Analyze: Investigate strategic initiatives and partnership opportunities across global alliances. Your insights will help shape real business decisions.
- Make Proposals: Develop recommendations based on your research and present them to stakeholders across the organization.
- Identify & Solve Problems: Identify challenges and propose data-driven solutions that support team goals and global initiatives.
- Learn New Tools: Get trained on industry-standard platforms including Wrike, Salesforce, Microsoft Forms, and PowerPoint to support project tracking, reporting, and presentations.
- Present to Stakeholders: Share your findings with cross-functional teams, including marketing, integration, and executive leadership.
- Collaborate Globally: Work with partners and colleagues across regions, gaining exposure to diverse business cultures and practices.
- Meet Executives: Present your research and reporting insights to senior leaders, gaining visibility and mentorship from top decision-makers.
- A self-starter with a proactive mindset and strong organizational skills.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s student majoring in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to identify and proactively solve problems using data and strategic thinking.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit.
- Experience with or interest in learning business tools and platforms.
- Real-world experience in global strategy and partnerships.
- Exposure to executive-level decision-making.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact while building your professional network.
We Support Who You Are….
As a global company, we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives spark innovation and meet the challenges of an evolving world. Whether you’re launching a new career or expanding your current one, IDeaS is a company where you can balance great work with all other aspects of your life.
At IDeaS, we also aspire to live our values each day by being Accountable, Curious, Passionate and Authentic. And we continue our quest to build a more inclusive environment that attracts, represents and provides a place for diverse ideas, unique perspectives, and authentic voices.
Additional Information:
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
SAS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered in place of the education requirement stated above.
Resumes may be considered in the order they are received.
IDeaS/SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, IDeaS/SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment.
IDeaS/SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process.
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Passionate people. Loyal clients. Leading solutions.
With a rich culture of creative collaboration and professional growth, IDeaS’ team members build successful careers with us.
IDeaS is proud to be a global powerhouse of innovation and excellence; challenge and reward. No matter where we’re working, our teams come together to create leading revenue management solutions that accelerate our clients’ growth through revenue optimization.
Now we just need you!
What You’ll Do:
- Engage in Real Projects: Contribute to initiatives that directly impact our team and the broader ecosystem. Your work won’t sit on a shelf—it will be seen and used.
- Research & Analyze: Investigate strategic initiatives and partnership opportunities across global alliances. Your insights will help shape real business decisions.
- Make Proposals: Develop recommendations based on your research and present them to stakeholders across the organization.
- Identify & Solve Problems: Identify challenges and propose data-driven solutions that support team goals and global initiatives.
- Learn New Tools: Get trained on industry-standard platforms including Wrike, Salesforce, Microsoft Forms, and PowerPoint to support project tracking, reporting, and presentations.
- Present to Stakeholders: Share your findings with cross-functional teams, including marketing, integration, and executive leadership.
- Collaborate Globally: Work with partners and colleagues across regions, gaining exposure to diverse business cultures and practices.
- Meet Executives: Present your research and reporting insights to senior leaders, gaining visibility and mentorship from top decision-makers.
- A self-starter with a proactive mindset and strong organizational skills.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s student majoring in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to identify and proactively solve problems using data and strategic thinking.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit.
- Experience with or interest in learning business tools and platforms.
- Real-world experience in global strategy and partnerships.
- Exposure to executive-level decision-making.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact while building your professional network.
We Support Who You Are….
As a global company, we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives spark innovation and meet the challenges of an evolving world. Whether you’re launching a new career or expanding your current one, IDeaS is a company where you can balance great work with all other aspects of your life.
At IDeaS, we also aspire to live our values each day by being Accountable, Curious, Passionate and Authentic. And we continue our quest to build a more inclusive environment that attracts, represents and provides a place for diverse ideas, unique perspectives, and authentic voices.
Additional Information:
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
SAS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered in place of the education requirement stated above.
Resumes may be considered in the order they are received.
IDeaS/SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, IDeaS/SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment.
IDeaS/SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process.
#IDeaS
#LI-Hybrid
Research Analyst Internship Market
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Tips for Your Research Analyst Internship Search
Apply earlier than the job posting suggests
Large employers recruiting for summer research analyst internships open applications the preceding fall, sometimes in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so roles appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role opens rather than waiting until the stated deadline.
Build a portfolio before your first application
Research analyst intern recruiters expect limited work history, so a documented project portfolio is what gives them something concrete to evaluate. Include two or three complete analyses with the tools you used, Python, R, Excel, SQL, or whichever fits your focus, and link directly to the work so reviewers can see it without asking.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your analytical screen out loud before you apply
Research analyst intern interviews typically include a technical or analytical screen, a case exercise, a data interpretation prompt, or a take-home analysis. Practice explaining your reasoning step by step, not just reaching the right answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through ambiguous problems as much as the final output.
Target structured research internship programs in the first wave
Larger organizations running rotational or cohort-based research internship programs recruit early and fill their cohorts well before the summer. Identify the structured programs that fit your background, note their application windows, and submit in the first round rather than waiting to see if you hear back from other roles first.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 50% of the research analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type from the start means you spend time on roles you can take, not on ones you'll decline after the interview.
Research Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research analyst internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams at the intern level expect limited professional experience. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a portfolio of documented analyses: datasets you cleaned, models you built, or reports you wrote. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a research analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for research analyst interns is the quality of your project work, whether the team has open headcount when your internship ends, and how early in the summer you signal interest. Position for a return offer by performing well on real deliverables without counting on one.
When should I apply for research analyst internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer research analyst interns the preceding fall, sometimes opening applications in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as roles appear gives you the best chance at competitive programs before cohorts fill.
Are research analyst internships paid?
Most professional research analyst internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit, government, and some academic research roles occasionally offer stipends or academic credit arrangements, so read each listing carefully to understand the structure before applying.
What should a research analyst internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and link to the work itself, published analyses, case studies, written reports, or a data portfolio. Add relevant coursework in statistics, research methods, or your field of focus. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote research analyst internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the research analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get research analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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