Research Analyst
LOCATION
SCHEDULE OPTIONS
Semester availability
FallSpring
Summer
Service hours
MorningAfternoon
Available days/hours
Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
REQUIRED/DESIRED SKILLS
Undergraduate students with some previous work or internship experience preferred, but any interested applicants will be considered. Candidates studying any major are encouraged to apply, however, individuals concentrating in marketing, journalism, communications, public relations or other related fields are preferred. Candidate qualifications include:
At least one year of post-secondary education in general business with an interest in economics and finance
Ability to balance multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and internet based databases
Ability to conduct internet research
Positive attitude
Ability to read annual and quarterly reports and extract pertinent information
Ability to interact professionally with staff and associates
Strong organizational skills evidencing attention to detail
CATEGORIES
GovernmentTechnology
COMMUNITY PARTNER
Gilbert, Arizona Office of Economic Development
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
Duties
The Town of Gilbert Business Development Division is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to serve as an Economic Development Research Intern. The Economic Development Research Intern works directly with the business development staff. The ideal candidate is well-organized, proactive and committed to conducting a high level of research. She or he should be able to balance administrative and clerical responsibilities with independent project management. Assignments could include research on businesses within the Gilbert Targeted industry structure that are primed to expand; retention visits with staff to key employers within Gilbert; researching incentive programs offered in other states; participation in stakeholder groups with members of the public and business leaders from around the Arizona; conducting financial analysis on companies and industry sectors; assist in preparing meetings with small businesses in Gilbert; literature reviews of industry journals and trade publications; development of research briefs; and assisting in the preparation of reports and proposals.
Population served
The population served includes not only Gilbert residents, but also the general working population in the Southeast Valley within a reasonable commute time to Gilbert.
Community need/impact
Located in the Southeast Valley of the Phoenix metropolitan area, Gilbert, Arizona is a growing municipality attracting commercial development opportunities as a means to diversify the community’s economic base and provide high-paying jobs for its residents. As the main mission of the Gilbert Business Development Division to attract and retain business and industry to Gilbert, the Division is dedicated to increasing the competitiveness of the community and the Southeast Valley through its marketing and business development efforts.
Basic services provided include:
International and domestic business relocation, expansion and retention services
Regional and national marketing
Economic research and analysis
Economic development not only creates jobs, but assists with the generation of Town revenue that ultimately goes back into Gilbert's schools, parks, fire and police protection, recreation programs, etc.
