Research Intern Job at Resonance, New York, NY

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  • Resonance
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Resonance (resonanceco.com) is a leading global consultancy and branding agency for the world’s best destinations, cities and communities. Our projects take us around the world, from developing brands for communities, to tourism development plans for countries to economic development strategies for cities. We also publish the World’s Best Cities rankings, one of the most widely-read city rankings in the world. 

We are seeking a passionate and curious Research Intern to join our NYC-based team full time from late April to late August, with the possibility of extending part time into the end of 2025. This paid internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in research and analysis for city branding, tourism, and economic development.

Interns will work closely with our Research team to support high-impact projects and gain exposure to both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. The internship is structured around clear learning objectives and performance feedback, with the goal of preparing you for careers in urban analytics, economics, and destination development and strategy.

Specific duties and responsibilities include: 

  • Assist in the collection and analysis of third-party statistics related to livability, tourism, economic development, and real estate
  • Support the design and distribution of surveys and other primary research tools
  • Contribute to data visualization, dashboards, and infographics that help tell compelling stories for our clients
  • Support in the development of new Research products and processes, including databases and forecasts
  • Help compile research summaries for reports, presentations, and client deliverables
  • Conduct desk research on cities and destinations to uncover trends, challenges, and opportunities
  • Participate in team meetings, brainstorms, and review sessions, contributing ideas and learning the process end-to-end
  • Other duties, as required

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in urban studies, data analytics, economics, statistics, geography, social sciences, marketing, or a related field
  • Strong interest in travel, cities, tourism, real estate, or placemaking
  • Comfortable with data analysis and research, including Excel or Google Sheets
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with GIS, R, Python, or survey tools like SurveyMonkey is a plus

Why Join Us?

At Resonance, you’ll work on meaningful projects that shape the places people love. We are committed to delivering a structured, high-quality internship experiences. You can expect: 

  • A learning plan and onboarding process tailored to your goals
  • A dedicated mentor throughout your internship
  • Formal performance reviews
  • A chance to provide structured feedback on your experience
  • Access to team events and professional development opportunities
  • Flexible hybrid work options - this position is expected to work in our New York office located in SoHo three days a week.

Location : New York, NY

Schedule : Full-time 40 hours / week for the summer, with the possibility of extending part time during the school year

Compensation : $20 USD / hour

Equal Opportunity

At Resonance, we believe in creating vibrant and prosperous places, and that starts with fostering a workplace and culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and clients, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

As a multicultural, multilingual, and multi-disciplinary team, we know diverse perspectives drive innovation and amazing work. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and bolder thinking, and reflect the destinations, cities, districts and developments where we operate. All applicants, employees, and clients can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

Collaboration – We build meaningful partnerships that create lasting impact.

Intelligence – We embrace diverse perspectives to uncover unexpected insights.

Creativity – We blend art and analysis to craft compelling stories and strategies.

Diversity – We celebrate our global team, fostering an inclusive and equitable culture.

Ambition – We think big, push boundaries, and shape the future of places.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Summer work, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,

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