Market Research Summer Intern

• Join one of Australia’s top rated Internship Programs!
• Eight-week, full-time paid internship over Summer, with a 2-week break over Christmas!
• Start your career journey with an iconic SA organisation, with multiple development opportunities available!

Are you fascinated by what makes people tick, how brands connect, and how data drives decisions? RAA is offering a dynamic opportunity for a penultimate or final-year student to join our Group Research & Insights team for a summer of discovery, collaboration, and growth.

This internship isn’t just about crunching numbers—it’s about uncovering stories, shaping strategy, and seeing your insights come to life.

RAA’s Summer Internship Program:

RAA’s Award-Winning Summer Internship Program provides university students with the opportunity to undertake a paid, eight-week internship at RAA over the summer holidays. RAA’s Summer Internship Program has recently been ranked #7 Top Intern Program (small programs) in the nation, according to AAGE’s 2025 Top Intern Program List! This program provides the following: 

• Gives budding professionals valuable industry experience and the opportunity to see our values and culture firsthand
• Weekly Lunch & Learns targeted to improve your interpersonal skills and help with the transition from campus to the corporate world
• Be provided with exciting and meaningful work to make a real impact to SA
• Work on Summer Intern Group Project with your entire internship cohort and present this in your final week
• Regular mentoring sessions with a Senior Manager to help you grow in the right direction
• A ‘ride along’ with an RAA Patrol to see some of what we do in the SA community
• A fun, friendly and supportive environment that makes you excited to come to work!

Over the eight-week internship, you will work with the other interns and your team to develop your professional skills, business acumen and gain insight into a rewarding career at RAA. As a top performer, you may even find a potential pathway to employment!

You must be currently in your final year or penultimate year of undergraduate study with a minimum credit average, have Australian working rights, and be available for the full duration of the internship in Adelaide from 8 December 2025 – 19 December 2025 & 5 January 2026 – 13 February 2025.

What You’ll be doing:

As our Market Research Summer Intern, you’ll dive into real consumer and brand studies, working alongside experienced researchers to deliver actionable insights that influence how RAA serves its members. You’ll explore market trends, analyse data, and contribute to projects that matter—all while building your skills and confidence in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

Research & Analysis

• Support the delivery of research studies that inform business decisions
• Develop sampling lists and ensure data accuracy and quality
• Adhere to industry regulations and ethical research standards

Market Insights

• Conduct desktop research and monitor competitor activity
• Help identify emerging trends and translate them into meaningful insights

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work closely with the Research team and internal stakeholders
• Deliver professional, high-quality service with a curious and collaborative mindset
• Contribute to team meetings, share ideas, and ask great question

Who we are looking for:

You will be a passionate, self-motivated individual, with a positive mind-set who is eager to learn and enjoys working in a high performing culture. We are also looking for: 

• Currently studying a bachelor’s degree with a key focus on marketing, market research, statistics, business, psychology, behavioural science, data analytics and/or similar, due to complete in 2025 or 2026
• Experience in customer service, retail and/or hospitality is highly desirable
• High academic achievement (minimum GPA 5.0 or credit average)
• Teamwork demonstrated through extracurricular activities (e.g. sports, clubs, work, societies)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into insights
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI
• Experience with Knime, Python or similar
• Experience with Q and/or Qualtrics or similar is highly desirable
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with a high level of emotional intelligence
• Strong sense of professionalism with the ability to work autonomously

Why Join RAA?

At RAA, we’re more than just a workplace – we’re a purpose-driven team, united by strong values and powered by incredible people. Our culture isn’t just something we talk about – it’s something we live and breathe every day.

When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexibility that fits your life. Work in a way that suits you with adaptable arrangements
• Endless growth opportunities. Whether it’s project secondments, mentoring, or leadership programs, we invest in your future
• A culture of collaboration. Thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment where your ideas matter
• Be your authentic self. Our Diversity & Inclusion Program empowers you to bring your whole self to work
• Wellbeing matters. We offer support and education to help you maintain your mental and physical health
• A world of opportunity. With a diverse range of industries under one roof, you’ll find exciting career paths to explore – whether you want to move up, sideways, or into something completely neJoin us and be part of something bigger – where your work makes a real impact, and your career can take off in ways you never imagined!

Your Journey starts here.

To be part of something bigger and work for a passionate South Australian organisation with members at heart click ‘Apply’ to submit your application by 9.00AM Wednesday 1st October 2025.

Please ensure you submit a tailored cover letter that addresses how RAA's values align with your own. Applications submitted without a tailored cover letter will not be considered. 

You'll need to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in Australia and we'll also need you to undertake a police check before you can work with us at RAA.

Please note applications may be short-listed and progressed prior to the closing date.

We are committed to building a workplace that’s diverse and inclusive, where employees are embraced for their unique qualities and valued for their contributions. We believe a diverse and inclusive workplace brings out the best in everyone and helps us to give our members better service. That's why we encourage applications from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, First Nations Peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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