Internship | Market Research Project Management | 4-6 months

Ipsos Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 8,900 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Parking

Vision

Wellness Programs

Learning Subsidy

Caregiver Leave

Job summary

Learn to test questionnaires, monitor budgets and timelines, coordinate with suppliers, and assist in project diagnosis with on-the-job training and potential full-time opportunities after completion.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Business Studies, Economics or related discipline.
• Minimum internship duration of 4 months.
• Good command of English, both spoken and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Additional language skills would be an advantage.
• On The Job Training will be provided.
• Curious and eager to learn
• Detail-oriented with good logical thinking
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, responsible and willing to take initiative

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update daily fieldwork progress reports for assigned projects.
• Monitor project progress and highlight key updates to the Project Management team.
• Learn how fieldwork performance ties into project planning, strategy and budget management.
• Handle market research projects across markets globally and support strategic planning.

Skills

Project management

MS Office

English proficiency

Communication skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Business Studies, Economics or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Internship | Market Research Project Management | 4-6 months

We are looking for dynamic, energetic and detail-oriented interns who are eager to learn about the market research industry and gain hands-on experience in project management.

As part of the IIS Project Management team, you will work closely with experienced Project Managers to support the execution of online research projects across the Asia Pacific region.

Opportunities to be considered for full-time employment upon completion of the internship.

What you'll learn and Do

1.KPI and Fieldwork Reporting

Assist in preparing and updating daily fieldwork progress reports for assigned projects.

Monitor project progress and highlight key updates to the Project Management team.

Learn how fieldwork performance is linked to project planning, strategy and budget management.

Market research projects across different markets globally

Strategic planning

Budget allocation

Gross margin management

2.Questionnare and Link Testing

Assist in testing programmed survey links against the final questionnaire.

Check questionnaire flow, programming logic and overall look and feel.

Learn how to identify and report potential issues before a survey goes live.

Develop:

Logical thinking and problem-solving

3.Fielwork and Supplier Management

Assist in monitoring fieldwork progress and providing updates to external suppliers.

Support communication with suppliers on project progress, expected achievement and potential issues.

Understand how fieldwork challenges can impact project timelines, costs and gross margins.

Develop:

Communication and stakeholder management skills

Prioritisation and multitasking skills

Exposure to real-time budget and project management

4.Project Diagnosis Support

Assist Project Managers in conducting basic project diagnosis using standard checklists.

Support the team in identifying and troubleshooting project-related issues.

Gain exposure to how Ipsos' online research platforms and project processes operate.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Business Studies, Economic or any related discipline from a recognised university.

Minimum internship duration of 4 months.

Good command of English, both spoken and written.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Additional language skills would be an advantage.

On The Job Training will be provided.

Curious and eager to learn

Detail-oriented with good logical thinking

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Able to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment

Proactive, responsible and willing to take initiative

About Us

Ipsos is one of the world’s leading market research companies, providing insights across areas including Advertising, Public Affairs, Media, Loyalty and Marketing.

At Ipsos, you will gain exposure to how data, research and project management come together to help businesses and organisations better understand people, markets and society.

Perks and benefits

Medical Dental Parking Vision Wellness Programs, Learning Subsidy, Caregiver Lea