Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that helps companies align strategy and talent by recruiting, developing, and organizing people to improve performance and drive transformation.
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
As part of our Professional Search team in Brussels, we are looking for a Research Associate Intern to support ongoing search assignments and gain hands-on experience in a high-level consulting environment.
Your role
As a Research Associate Intern, you will work closely with Research Associates and Consultants, supporting the execution of professional and executive search assignments across various industries.
Your key responsibilities will include
* Supporting search projects at different stages of the search process
* Conducting market research and talent mapping to identify target companies and potential candidates
* Identifying and sourcing candidates under the guidance of the team
* Supporting the preparation of search-related documents (progress reports, candidate summaries, etc.)
* Managing and maintaining accurate market, client, and candidate information in internal systems
* Assisting with interview coordination and general project support when needed
* Ensuring high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism at all times
What we offer
* Hands-on learning through real client projects
* Exposure to the end-to-end professional and executive search process
* Market and talent analysis across multiple industries
* Structured research methodologies and data analysis
* Collaboration with experienced professionals in an international environment
* A dynamic, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating workplace
* A strong foundation for a future career in search, HR, or consulting
Your profile
* Currently a Master’s student (HR, Psychology, Business, Management, or related field)
* Available for a minimum of 4 months
* Based in Belgium and able to work from the Brussels office on a full-time basis
* Strongly interested in Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, HR
* Detail-oriented, analytical, and well-organized xphnsxz
* A proactive and reliable team player with a strong professional attitude
* Comfortable working with Microsoft Office tools
* Fluent English is mandatory (French and/or Dutch are a plus)
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
Why join Korn Ferry?
* Get hands-on exposure to real client assignments within a top-tier global consulting firm
* Work closely with senior consultants, clients, and candidates on live projects
* Develop a strong professional network
* Build highly transferable skills in research, market and talent analysis, and stakeholder communication
* Learn in a high-performance, international environment with high quality standards