Market Strategy Intern for Market Research

Each year, the Maximus US Services division touches the lives of people through the programs we support — in areas such as healthcare; aging and disability services; behavioral health; children, youth, and families; and economic security. As a leading provider of operational management and technology solutions to state and local governments, Maximus helps deliver public services more efficiently while optimizing the use of tax dollars. 

The Market Strategy Intern for Market Research will work collaboratively to generate research that informs business decisions including but not limited to the exploration of new and adjacent markets for Maximus US Services.  Throughout the summer, you will have the opportunity to meet, interact, and collaborate among various project teams, consultants, senior management, executives and peers. Guidance and training on operations standards and protocols will be provided by the Manager. This position is a remote opportunity for applicants residing in the US and within the Eastern time zone.

BENEFITS / COMPENSATION:

Hourly pay range is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Interns are eligible for benefits. All computer equipment and access to digital systems will be provided to the hired candidate. Students may also complete the internship for academic credit, subject to the qualifications of their academic program. 

PROGRAM DETAILS:

This position requires a commitment of 40 full-time hours per week, with availability during usual business hours (8AM-6PM ET), for the duration of a 10-week summer program: starting Tuesday, May 27th and ending Friday, August 8th, 2025

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide data analysis support to project and operations management.
- Perform routine administrative functions.
- Assist in special projects across various operational departments.
- Work on assignments that are moderately difficult and escalate issues to management.
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting.

1) Monitor and track industry news, developments, and regulatory changes affecting the competitive landscape. 

2) Support the development and maintenance of competitive profiles, including strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis). 

3) Assist in the development of competitive positioning strategies and contribute to product and marketing decisions based on intelligence findings. 

4) Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, providing actionable insights and recommendations.

Minimum Requirements

- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a college degree in a related field.
- Must have completed a minimum of 2 years of coursework.
- Skilled in standard computer applications and platforms such as Outlook and MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities with superior attention to detail.
- Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.- Strong interpersonal communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.

1) Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. 

2) Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for conveying complex information to diverse audiences. 

3) A strong orientation to detail with a keen sense of curiosity and a passion for staying informed about industry trends.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interest in market research, work well independently and remotely, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and good Excel knowledge.

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We’re proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Minimum Salary

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20.00

Maximum Salary

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27.00