Consumer Insights Intern

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship opportunities

Leadership speaker sessions

Networking opportunities

Career development resources

Executive visibility

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is offering a 12-week paid Internship in the Consumer Insights & Analytics teams in the Chicago area. The program includes mentorship, leadership speaker sessions, and opportunities to present project work to company leaders. Hybrid work requires a minimum of three days in the office.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, pursuing related degrees, and ready to contribute to projects using qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to turn information into stories.
• Curiosity about consumer behavior, trends, data, and how it informs decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of presentations and reports that turn complex insights into clear stories.
• Help manage the team roadmap by tracking projects and coordinating communications.
• Assist with research for executive escalations and strategic studies.

Skills

Communication skills

SQL/R/Python familiarity

Analytical mindset

Presentation skills

Education

Pursuing degree in Business/Statistics/Mathematics/Psychology/Sociology

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Overview

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Internship Overview

Get an insider view of the fast-changing grocery retail industry while developing relevant business, technical and leadership skills geared towards enhancing your career. This paid Internship experience is an opportunity to help drive business results in an environment designed to promote and reward diversity, innovation and leadership. Our mission is to create impactful early talent programs that provide cohorts with meaningful project work, learning and development sessions, and mentorship opportunities.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be available from May 24, 2027, through August 13, 2027. We have a hybrid work environment that requires a minimum of three days a week in the office. Transcripts may be requested at a future date.

• Approximate 12-week Internship session with competitive pay
• Impactful project work to develop your skills/knowledge
• Career assistance & mentoring in obtaining full-time positions within ADUSA
• Leadership speaker sessions and development activities
• One-on-one mentoring in your area of interest
• Involvement in group community service events
• Networking and professional engagement opportunities
• Access to online career development tools and resources
• Opportunity to present project work to company leaders and gain executive visibility

Responsibilities

The Consumer insights & Analytics Team is made up of two specialized groups: Consumer Insights, Consumer Analytics

The Consumer Insights team helps the business understand what customers value, how well our brands deliver to those expectations, how market trends and consumer needs evolve, and which levers to pull to improve performance versus competitors.

The team uses a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods to collect, analyze, and interpret data. These insights support growth strategies, optimize brand offerings, enhance customer experiences, and drive enterprise-wide innovation.

The Consumer Analytics team develops a deep understanding of customer behavior by leveraging transactional data, third-party data sources, demographic information, and other external datasets. Using advanced analytics techniques, statistical modeling, and predictive methodologies, the team transforms complex data into actionable insights that support high-value business decisions. Consumer Analytics serves as a trusted consultative partner, providing data-driven recommendations and thought leadership that help the business better understand customers, identify opportunities, and drive growth.

The intern will gain hands‑on experience across business strategy, research, and communication. They will support the preparation of presentations and reports that turn complex insights into clear and actionable stories as well as help develop and curate materials for stakeholders. They will also have the opportunity to contribute to the management of the team's roadmap by helping track projects, organize documentation, and coordinate communications. The intern may also assist with research for executive escalations and strategic studies, which would include gathering and analyzing data, synthesizing findings, and preparing reports or notes.

This role is a great fit for someone interested in consumer behavior, strategy, and communication. It offers exposure to how data and insights inform company decision‑making and the chance to build skills in research, project coordination, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to turn information into clear and engaging stories
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Curiosity about consumer behavior, trends, data, and how it informs decision-making
• Experience working with presentations, spreadsheets, and digital tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, or similar tools).
• Experience using SQL, R, or Python
• Proactive, eager to learn, and able to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Previous research or project coordination experience is a plus but not required

Individual cohort pay rates vary based on location, academic year, and position.

• ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $18.10 - $34.20
• IL/MA/MD Salary Range: $20.00 - $37.80