Research & Analytics Internship

Open Date: 05/01/2025

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Researches, reviews, compiles, and processes data and information on a broad range of topics related to economic development, industry sectors, and technology.

  • Collects and analyzes data and information. Reviews and organizes relevant data and documents from various sources, including electronic databases, academic journals, and government documents. Analyzes firm- and industry-level information and develops profiles and summaries.

  • Writes summary reports and briefing memos. Assists with drafting and editing concept notes, memos, briefing documents, and reports.

  • Monitors and summarizes current events and news as they pertain to specific research topics.

  • Scan for and quality control business lead targets.

Qualifications

  • College students in their junior or senior year. Master students preferred.

  • Major in economics, public policy, science and technology, business, finance, planning and urban development or related areas. Strong academic record.

  • Previous work experience desired.

  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

  • Excellent attention to detail. Team player and fast learner.

Internship Details

Hourly wage begins at $15.75 per hour and increases after 6 months. We prefer commitment of 20 hours a week for at least 6 months.

Application Information

Qualified candidates should respond by sending a confidential resume to jobs@gpec.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

About the Greater Phoenix Economic Council

Our mission is to attract and grow quality businesses, and advocate for Greater Phoenix’s competitiveness. The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), globally recognized as a top economic development organization (EDO), works to attract and grow quality businesses and advocate for the competitiveness of Greater Phoenix. A data-driven regional EDO, GPEC works with 22 member communities, Maricopa and Pinal County, and more than 220 private investors to accomplish its mission and serve as a strategic partner to companies across the world as they expand or relocate to Greater Phoenix. Over the past 35 years, GPEC has fueled the regional economy by helping over 1,000 companies, creating nearly 190,000 jobs and more than $69 billion in capital investment. Greater Phoenix is in a relentless pursuit of innovative and entrepreneurial-focused companies looking to thrive and scale in a vibrant, dynamic region. There is an undeniable spirit about Greater Phoenix; one rooted in strength, collaboration and resilience. Greater Phoenix is Greater Together.

GPEC Values

  • We exist to serve and enhance our community

  • We are committed to excellence in execution

  • Our ability to innovate, collaborate and adapt sets us apart

GPEC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national, social or ethnic origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.