Research Intern

World Business Chicago (WBC), is a public-private, non-profit partnership that drives inclusive economic growth and job creation, supports business, and promotes Chicago as a leading global city.

Summary and Job Responsibilities

The Research Intern is responsible for assisting the Research team with key initiatives as assigned and will have the opportunity to take a consultative approach to the workflow on cross-functional teams. The individual is dynamic, hard-working, and eager to engage in an “all-hands-on-deck” small-team environment with strong data gathering and analysis skills and a passion for applying research to drive economic development in Chicago through WBC’s mission and goals.

• Supports responses to external requests for information from companies and their intermediaries, media, City of Chicago, civic stakeholders, and other partners
• Assembles, analyzes, and presents data for use in presentations, WBC studies, the WBC newsletter, website, and other materials
• Performs background research on economic issues and topics on the City of Chicago
• Compiles, tracks, and notes findings of interesting and compelling trends
• Attend project and team meetings

Qualifications

• High proficiency in Excel, R, Tableau, or other data visualization applications
• Highly collaborative work style
• Desire to problem-solve thoughtfully and creatively
• Positive, proactive attitude toward projects and work
• Strong sense of organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with courtesy, clarity, and diplomacy
• Willingness to receive feedback on work and overall progress

This is a 10-week hybrid summer internship position from June 10 – August 16, 2024, paid at $16.00 per hour with up to 29 hours per week.

To Apply

Send cover letter and resume to HR@worldbusinesschicago.com