Research Coordinator Intern

About the Role

We are looking for Research Coordinator Interns who will oversee and coordinate a team of 20–25 research interns working on campaign-based storytelling projects. The role involves managing research workflows, tracking participant outreach, maintaining data accuracy, verifying stories, and ensuring smooth coordination between the research team and campaign stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Identify, connect, and build relationships with colleges, universities, and student communities to recruit and onboard a team of 20–25 research interns for campaign-based projects.
2. Coordinate and monitor the daily activities of 20–25 interns.
3. Track outreach progress and ensure research targets are achieved on time.
4. Review collected information and assist in verifying participant stories.
5. Maintain organized databases, trackers, and research documentation.
6. Follow up with researchers and participants to gather missing information.
7. Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all records.
8. Prepare daily and weekly progress reports for the leadership team.
9. Identify and escalate discrepancies, unverifiable information, or research challenges.
10. Collaborate with campaign, content, and operations teams to support project requirements.
11. Help maintain quality standards throughout the research process.
12. Ad hoc tasks

Requirements

1. Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Psychology, or a related field.
2. Strong communication and coordination skills.
3. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
4. Proficiency in Google Sheets, Excel, and online research tools.
5. Attention to detail and ability to verify information accurately.
6. Comfortable interacting with diverse individuals and handling large volumes of data.
7. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
8. Must have their own laptop

What You'll Learn

• Research Operations & Project Coordination
• Data Management & Verification
• Campaign and Story Development Processes
• Team Coordination & Leadership Skills
• Reporting and Performance Tracking

Preferred Skills

• Prior internship experience in research, content, journalism, community outreach, or operations.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace tools.
• Interest in storytelling, creator campaigns, and social impact initiatives.