Research Product Intern

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Job description

U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for nearly 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education , Health, Money, Travel , Cars , News and 360 Reviews .

We reach more than 40 million people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our "Best" series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations including Healthcare of Tomorrow and Healthiest Communities .

Your role in helping us shape the future:

U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. During this 1 year internship, you will have the opportunity to leverage your strengths and skills to assist with the development of methods and models to make recommendations about products and services to people who visit our website.

Are you up to the challenge?

• Manage the collection of research data, including web search volumes and other key metrics, to support new online initiatives
• Assist with fact-checking and reviewing data quality
• Create and update tracking spreadsheets for various research projects

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

You should definitely have:

• Proficiency in analysis and modeling in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
• Intellectual curiosity about ecommerce, digital media and digital business

It would be nice if you had:

• Entrepreneurial / startup experience

What it's like to work with us:

• Talent is our best asset!
• We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News' dedication to our consumers.
• Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
• Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
• Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
• Collaborative Work Environment ~ Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers

Other Job Information

• This is a 1 year internship that pays $15.20 an hour
• Please submit a resume and cover letter for consideration
• This position will require the successful candidate to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19. As an equal opportunity employer, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.