Strategy Intern: Brand Research, Naming & Strategy

ZURU; Auckland; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ZURU is seeking curious, sharp and creative Strategy Interns to join the Strategy team in Auckland. You will support across brand strategy for new and existing brands, and fast-turnaround work for ZURU Labs, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, global environment.

You will help with research, analysis and ideation behind brand platforms, names and creative territories, collaborating with teams and presenting clear, visual outputs.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently graduated in marketing, communications, business, design.
• Strong interest in brands, culture and consumer behaviour.
• Excellent written communication.
• Ability to create clear, structured presentations.
• Able to work independently and in teams.
• Detail-oriented with timely delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist strategy team with category and competitive research.
• Create clear summaries and insights from research.
• Brainstorm names, positioning and creative territories.
• Support naming with options and tone checks.
• Build decks communicating research and recommendations clearly.
• Collaborate with design, marketing, and copy teams.
• Organize and maintain research decks and libraries.
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Skills

Curiosity about brands

Strong research skills

Clear written communication

Presentation skills

Creativity

Team collaboration

Self-management

Attention to detail

Interest in consumer categories

Education

Tertiary programme in marketing/communications/business/design

Tools

PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

Figma

Job description

ZURU is seeking curious, sharp and creative Strategy Interns to join the Strategy team in Auckland. You will support across brand strategy for new and existing brands, and fast-turnaround work for ZURU Labs, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, global environment.

You will help with research, analysis and ideation behind brand platforms, names and creative territories, collaborating with teams and presenting clear, visual outputs.