Job Title: Research Analyst Intern (Business Research & Market Intelligence)

Company: Informica Technoservices LLP

Location: Hyderabad (Work From Home / Hybrid / Work From Office)

Internship Duration: 3 Months (Unpaid)

Employment Type: Internship

About Informica

Informica is a global Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Consulting, Employer Branding, and Business Solutions company serving clients across India and international markets. We leverage research, technology, AI, and data-driven insights to help businesses make informed hiring and growth decisions.

We are looking for curious, analytical, and self-driven individuals who enjoy researching markets, businesses, customer behavior, emerging technologies, and AI-driven business solutions.

Role Overview

As a Research Analyst Intern, you will play a key role in gathering strategic business intelligence that supports our sales, recruitment, branding, and consulting initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who enjoy solving problems through research and wish to build a career in Market Research, Business Intelligence, Consulting, Sales Strategy, or AI-enabled Business Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Market Research

Research industries, market trends, and emerging business opportunities.
Study market dynamics across different geographies and sectors.
Identify growing industries and potential business segments.

Client Research

Conduct detailed research on prospective clients.
Understand business models, leadership teams, products, services, and growth plans.
Identify hiring trends and expansion strategies.

Customer & Buyer Research

Analyze customer behavior and buying patterns.
Study target audiences and decision-makers.
Research competitors and their positioning.

AI & Technology Research

Discover and evaluate emerging AI tools.
Research AI applications in:
Lead Generation
Sales Intelligence
Recruitment
Marketing
Automation
Productivity
Recommend tools that improve business efficiency.

Lead Intelligence

Research target companies and build qualified prospect databases.
Identify decision-makers using publicly available sources.
Support outbound sales initiatives through research-backed insights.

Competitive Intelligence

Monitor competitor activities.
Prepare comparative reports.
Track new products, services, and market developments.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare research reports and presentations.
Summarize findings with actionable recommendations.
Maintain research databases and documentation.

Cross-functional Support

Work closely with Recruitment, Business Development, Marketing, and Leadership teams.
Assist in special research assignments as required.

Desired Skills

Excellent internet research skills
Strong analytical and logical thinking
Good written and verbal communication
Articulate and confident communicator
Strong attention to detail
Ability to summarize complex information clearly
Curiosity to learn new technologies and AI tools
Good presentation skills
Comfortable working independently
Strong organizational and time-management skills

Technical Skills

Preferred knowledge of:

Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets
Microsoft Word / Google Docs
PowerPoint / Google Slides
ChatGPT or other AI tools
Internet research methodologies

Knowledge of CRM tools, LinkedIn research, or automation platforms will be an added advantage.

Eligibility

Final-year students or recent graduates from any discipline.
MBA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc., BA, Engineering, Management, Economics, Commerce, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Freshers with strong research aptitude are welcome.

Work Mode

Candidates may choose one of the following based on role requirements and performance:

Work From Home (WFH)
Hybrid
Work From Office (WFO)

Internship Terms

Duration: 3 Months
Nature: Unpaid Internship

During the internship, Informica will reimburse approved business-related expenses incurred while performing assigned responsibilities, including:

Travel expenses
Food expenses (where applicable)
Other approved business expenses

Performance-Based Career Progression

This internship is designed as a pathway to long-term opportunities at Informica.

Option 1

Candidates who successfully complete the initial 3-month internship may be offered an extension for an additional 3 months with a handsome monthly stipend starting from the 4th month, subject to performance.

Option 2

Exceptional performers may be offered a full-time position on Informica's regular payroll from the 4th month itself, without the need for the extended internship period.

Option 3

Outstanding interns will also receive priority consideration for future openings across Research, Business Development, Recruitment, Marketing, and Strategy functions.

What You'll Gain

Hands-on experience in business and market research
Exposure to international markets and clients
Practical experience with cutting-edge AI tools
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Opportunity to work on live business projects
Development of analytical, communication, and consulting skills
Strong professional experience to enhance your résumé
Potential pathway to a full-time career with Informica

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for individuals who are:

Naturally curious and eager to learn
Passionate about research and problem-solving
Comfortable working with data and business information
Articulate in both written and spoken communication
Proactive, self-motivated, and dependable
Interested in AI, business strategy, and emerging technologies
Committed to delivering high-quality work

If you're someone who enjoys discovering insights, exploring new technologies, and solving business problems through research, we'd love to hear from you.