Research Intern - Luxury Lifestyle Digital Magazine
Position Type: Remote Research Internship
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Hours: 18-20 hours per week
Start Date: Early August 2025
Location: Remote (Must reside in the United States)
About The Contour of Luxury™
Join an award-winning luxury lifestyle publication with global reach, in an exciting phase of strategic expansion and market development. We are expanding our editorial focus and seeking a detail-oriented research professional to support our editorial excellence and market intelligence initiatives.
Note: Fashion is an element of luxury in our features, however we are not a fashion magazine.
View magazine: www.contourofluxury.com
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Position Overview
We seek a meticulous Research Intern to conduct comprehensive market analysis and identify premium service providers within the luxury lifestyle sector for editorial features. This role offers direct exposure to high-end markets and invaluable industry intelligence experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Research & Market Intelligence
- Conduct comprehensive market research within assigned luxury service categories
- Identify and evaluate premium service providers, brands, and emerging market players
- Verify credentials, market positioning, and reputation of potential editorial subjects
- Maintain detailed research databases with accurate contact information and market insights
- Support competitive analysis and luxury market trend identification
- Editorial Content Support
- Assist with editorial content research, fact-checking, and source verification
- Create detailed market profiles of luxury service providers and industry leaders
- Support special project development with thorough background research
- Contribute to market intelligence reports and industry analysis
- Research luxury market trends and consumer behavior patterns
Required Qualifications
- Education & Experience:
- Senior-level student in 4-year program or recent graduate (within 2 years)
- Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Journalism, or related field
- 3.5 GPA or higher with demonstrated academic excellence
- Previous research or internship experience preferred
- Must currently reside in the United States
- Essential Skills:
- Exceptional research and analytical capabilities
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards
- Understanding of luxury markets and premium consumer behavior
- Proficiency in digital research tools, databases, and market intelligence platforms
- Excellent written communication and documentation skills
- Cultural awareness and global market knowledge
- Proficient English
Compensation & Benefits
Academic Credit: Coordination available with your institution (U.S. Colleges and Universities)
Professional Development: Direct mentorship from luxury industry executives
Portfolio Building: Published research contributions and industry recognition
Networking: Access to luxury industry professionals and future opportunities
Performance Recognition: Opportunities for outstanding research contributions
- What You Will Gain
- Direct exposure to luxury lifestyle industry dynamics
- Professional networking with industry leaders
- Published research and analytical experience
- Deep understanding of premium market intelligence
- Mentorship from executives with 15+ years luxury industry experience
Application Requirements
- Cover Letter Required (max 500 words) Please address:
- What draws you to luxury market research and analysis
- Describe a research project or analytical challenge you've tackled successfully
- Provide your weekly availability, relevant experience, and time zone
- Additional Materials:
- Resume highlighting research and analytical experience
- Examples of research work, analytical projects, or writing samples
Job Type: Internship
Pay: $1.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 20 per week
- Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Remote
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