Internship - Consumer Insights, Qualitative Research (Summer/Fall 2024)

Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:

This job posting advertises opportunities for both Summer and Fall 2024 semesters. Candidates will indicate which semester they are interested within the application.

• Applications Close: February 16th, 2024, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible - don't delay!
• Program Dates:
  • Summer 2024: Approximately May 2024 - August 2024
  • Fall 2024: Approximately September 2024 - December 2024

JOB SUMMARY: The Qualitative Research intern will work alongside industry professionals to gain valuable knowledge, skills, and networking opportunities associated with the UDX Consumer Insights function. In this position the intern will have the opportunity to learn about the qualitative field functions, including coding and reporting qualitative data, semi-structured interviewing techniques, observation research, and training and oversight of the qualitative field team and projects.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts ad hoc interviews and observations.
• Identifies themes deductively and inductively to code data.
• Conducts applied thematic analyses to analyze data sets.
• Synthesizes data into cohesive, evidence-based narratives.
• Supports management in quality assurance monitoring of the qualitative field team, including training and in-field observation.
• Verifies and error checks Mystery Shop reports.
• Maintains interviewing schedules for a variety of foundational qualitative projects.
• Maintains the bicoastal coding assignment calendars.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Senior or above.
• Recent graduates will not be eligible for this program
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
• An official transcript may be required upon request.
• Preferred majors include: Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science, Market Research.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Preferable skills for success in role include but not limited to:

• Must be efficient in Microsoft Office Programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities and organization.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Superior written & verbal communication skills.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to work autonomously and/or in teams.
• Consistent attendance.

Please note the following:

• This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
• Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2024 or December 2024 to participate in the Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 semester, respectively.
• Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
• In addition to all of our internships being paid, you may be eligible for financial assistance towards housing if applicable. Specific details about eligibility would be provided at the time of offer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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