Consumer and Market Research Intern

Maxi-Cosi; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 3,300 - 5,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

€500 internship allowance

Hybrid work up to 3 days

Job summary

Dorel Juvenile Europe is seeking a Consumer & Market Research Intern to support insights and user research activities. You will help with data collection, surveys, user testing coordination, and reporting, while engaging with a growing online parent community.

Ideal candidates are curious about consumer behavior, comfortable with Excel (Power BI a plus), and eager to gain hands-on experience in market research within a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or recently graduated in Marketing, Business, Psychology, Sociology, Market Research.
• Experience with market or consumer research methods (surveys, data analysis, interviews).
• Proficient in Excel; Power BI is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal English.
• Knowledge of an additional European language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support consumer and market insights by gathering and organizing market and retail data from internal and external sources.
• Assist with dashboards and reports using Power BI and Excel, including checking data accuracy and updating datasets.
• Help organize and manage user and fitting tests with parents, including maintaining the participant database and coordinating test sessions.
• Set up and distribute surveys via our online community platform, follow up with participants, and summarize results.
• Support internal newsletters and reporting by drafting short updates, visualizing data, and preparing presentations.
• Contribute to community engagement by running small polls, discussions, and sweepstakes to reward participants.
• Assist with social listening tools and help summarize online discussions and brand mentions.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Multitasking

Education

Marketing / Business / Psychology / Sociology / Market Research

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Dorel Juvenile is the world's leading juvenile products company. Our products are available in more than 100 countries. We help families live carefree lives by providing them with juvenile products that rank highest in consumer reviews. That's what sets our products apart; durable, helpful, and caring.

Your mission

We’re looking for a Consumer & Market Research Intern to support our ongoing insights and user research activities. This role is a great opportunity for someone who is curious about consumer behavior, enjoys working with data, and wants to gain hands‑on experience in market and user research within a fast‑moving environment.

You’ll assist the team with data collection and analysis, consumer surveys, user testing coordination, and reporting. You’ll also help manage our growing online community of parents who participate in product testing and surveys.

Key responsibilities

• Support consumer and market insights by gathering and organizing market and retail data from internal and external sources.
• Assist with dashboards and reports using Power BI and Excel, including checking data accuracy and updating datasets.
• Help organize and manage user and fitting tests with parents, including maintaining the participant database, coordinating test sessions, and communicating with participants.
• Set up and distribute surveys via our online community platform, follow up with participants, and summarize results.
• Support internal newsletters and reporting by drafting short updates, visualizing data, and preparing presentations.
• Contribute to community engagement by running small polls, discussions, and sweepstakes to reward participants.
• Assist with social listening tools and help summarize online discussions and brand mentions.

Your profile

• You are analytical, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn. You enjoy both working with data and communicating with people. You’re curious about what drives consumers and want to see how market insights shape real‑world products.
• Currently studying or recently graduated in Marketing, Business, Psychology, Sociology, Market Research, or a related field.
• Proven experience in market or consumer research methods (e.g., surveys, data analysis, interviews).
• Comfortable working with Excel and/or other data visualization tools (Power BI experience is a plus, but not required).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of an additional European language (Dutch, French, German, Spanish, or Portuguese) is a plus.
• Comfortable managing multiple small tasks and coordinating with different stakeholders.
• Curious, proactive, and collaborative mindset.

Are you ready to grow with us?

What we offer

• An internship allowance up to €500 a month based on your education level and experience.
• This is a position for 32-40 hours per week, depending on your preferences.
• The option to work hybrid up to 3 days, with 2 joint office days.
• Other terms include travel expenses, use of a laptop, and team outings.

N.B. This position is eligible for our internal ‘Refer a Friend’ policy. Please ask your HR Manager for the terms that apply.

Working at a Top Employer

We are thrilled to have been officially certified as a 'Top Employer' since 2023 for our Dorel Juvenile Europe HQ in the Netherlands! This remarkable achievement is a testament to our collective dedication and hard work. This is a team effort, and we couldn't be prouder of the incredible team we have. For you as a soon‑to‑be DJE team member, this means we prioritize your well‑being, development, and experience at Dorel Juvenile. For more information, visit the Top Employers Institute's website.

About Dorel Juvenile

Dorel Juvenile is the world's leading juvenile products company. Our well‑known products and strong brands Maxi-Cosi and Tiny Love are complemented by regional brands and are available in more than 100 countries.

We are proud to work with 2.700 highly driven professionals in 25 different countries. All our talented employees share the same mission: to Care for Precious Life. We help families live carefree lives by providing them with juvenile products with the highest safety and comfort standards.

Our frontrunner mentality matches our position as a global market leader. Being first means we forge our own path; we explore new ways to enhance our brands. We are continuously reinforcing our leading position and believe that team spirit, personal drive, and accountability can make a real difference in achieving sustainable growth. A vital element of our daily operations is the strong connection we maintain with our consumers. We engage with them wherever they are, so they will always benefit from our products and services, even in ways they did not expect.