Research Analyst - Product Launchpad Program (June 2026)

The Company You’ll Join: It is our mission to create an exceptional firm that betters the world of work. Through granular candidate insights, in-depth employer benchmarking, continuous market pulses, actionable strategies, and recruiting feedback platforms, the team at Veris Insights is advancing the way companies across North America approach recruiting, employer branding, DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion), and talent management. We work with hundreds of Fortune 1000 organizations to help them solve their hardest talent challenges and it is our aspiration to be nothing less than the single, unequivocal best partner to every one of these leaders in that pursuit. 

The Team You'll Join: You will be joining a cohort as part of our newly created Product Launchpad Program. This cohort is comprised of exceptionally talented entry-level research analysts looking to grow their careers through targeted skill development and intentional career pathing. Research Analysts will be a part of a personalized mentorship program as well as a custom training plan based on their desired career path. Analysts will join the Research Operations and Excellence team and have the opportunity to gain exposure to the four research product teams: Rapid Insights, University Recruiting Council (URC), Experienced Recruiting Council (ERC), and 360 - our custom research product.

- The Research Operations and Excellence team is a newly established function that will serve as the central hub for executing, standardizing, and optimizing research processes at Veris Insights. This team is responsible for ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the data that fuels our research division, from survey programming to data collection, cleaning, analyzing, and creating reports.

- Veris Insights’ University Recruiting Council (URC) research team uses a variety of methodologies to develop timely, nuanced insight into the perceptions and priorities of university talent. We create strategic studies on pressing challenges in the University Recruiting space, data dashboards based on original surveys and government data, and monthly student pulses enhanced with in-depth interviews. We elevate student voices to help recruiting teams become more effective, efficient, and equitable.

- The Experienced Recruiting Council (ERC) syndicated research team is responsible for developing our firm’s newest product, which pivots from our traditional work in the campus recruiting space to focus on lateral talent acquisition. We collect data from employers and experienced professionals on topics related to their recruiting process, job experience, and career plans to develop timely, nuanced insights into the perceptions and priorities of experienced talent and the employer practices that are most important to them.

- The Rapid Insights team is a unique and highly visible part of the Veris Insights research function. Veris Insights has redefined the Talent Acquisition advisory space with world-leading research, analytics, and insight development - and Rapid Insights is tasked with producing consulting-style research products in response to specific challenges and client queries. As we continue to lead the development of recruiting practices for the largest employers in North America, the Rapid Insights team plays a crucial and highly visible role in supporting our members' executives in making their most challenging decisions. 

- The 360 team works with a subset of Veris Insights’ members to direct research and craft insights that are specific to each employer. Our work focuses on collecting data from candidates in pivotal decision-making moments during the recruiting process – the decision to apply to an employer, the decision to accept an offer, and the internship experience – and using that data to form takeaways and recommendations that help reinforce the candidate experience and key recruiting metrics of our members.

How You’ll Grow: Veris Insights’ Product Launchpad Program is a structured program designed to build strong quantitative and qualitative research skills and grow experience contributing to each research stage in entry-level talent with exceptional potential.

Through your day-to-day responsibilities as a Research Analyst, as well as structured mentorship and training, you will develop:

Data Analysis and Interpretation: We will teach you how to analyze complex datasets, identify trends, and draw meaningful insights. You'll gain hands-on experience with various analytical tools and methodologies, emerging with the confidence to transform data into actionable strategies.

Critical Thinking: Research is about asking the right questions. We'll teach you how to approach problems methodically, assess evidence, and make informed decisions. By the end of the program, you'll have sharpened your ability to think critically and independently, whether analyzing a dataset or evaluating a strategic recommendation.

Storytelling: Clear communication of research findings is crucial. You'll learn how to craft compelling narratives from data, create impactful presentations, and convey insights effectively to diverse audiences, from recruiters to senior executives.

Project Management: Research often involves juggling multiple projects simultaneously. We will help you develop project management skills, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Subject Matter Expertise: Understanding the landscape you are researching is vital. Through hands-on projects, case studies, and mentorship, you'll build knowledge of the University Recruiting and Talent Acquisition space as well as industry-specific insights that will enhance your ability to produce relevant and impactful research.

Your Character:

Intellectually incisive: You can develop clear, useful insights from both qualitative and quantitative data and clearly communicate those insights to others.

Obsessed with the details: You understand the importance of producing work of exceptional quality that is precise, correct, and error-free.

Opportunity-driven: You are excited and motivated by the opportunities presented by a growing firm that - because we are writing our own playbook - expects every team member to show initiative and leadership in our continuous improvement.

Dedicated to service:  At Veris Insights, we all care about one another and about our members. You embrace a culture centered around service as we pursue our always-exciting, always-challenging mission of helping to serve industry leaders in their hardest work.

• Partner with your mentor and Research Operations leadership to set goals, track progress, and build skills that prepare you for a future research role.
• Participate in structured shadowing rotations with RIG, 360, UR Syndicated, and ER Syndicated teams to gain a holistic understanding of our research functions and workflows.
• Collaborate with peers in the Product Launchpad cohort to support firmwide initiatives, process improvements, or pilot research efforts that enhance our products and services.

• Program surveys in Qualtrics based on guidance from the Research Principal, using advanced survey logic (e.g., quotas, display/skip logic, embedded data, screen-out protocols).
• Practice good data management and integrity by consistently labelling variables and values within survey projects.
• Monitor survey quotas and response rates, providing regular updates to Research Principals and other key stakeholders.

• Clean quantitative survey data in Qualtrics and DisplayR as needed.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative questions to identify key insights from the data to support strategic research creation.

• Apply the appropriate data visualizations to display quantitative and qualitative findings in DisplayR, Toucan Toco, or PowerPoint depending on the project.
• Create reports that incorporate findings, charts, infographics, and other visual elements in a clear and visually appealing way.
• Summarize key takeaways and writing recommendations for employers based on research findings.

• Expected summer 2026 graduate or recent graduate
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with drawing insights from data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize complex ideas into a clear, compelling story
• A growth mindset focused on self-driven, continual learning
• Deep intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn new domains
• Comfort with ambiguity

• Educational or experiential background in social science (psychology, economics, sociology, etc.) or a relevant business field (marketing, human resources/talent acquisition)
• Familiarity with survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, etc.)
• Familiarity with statistical software packages (e.g., SAS, SPSS, etc.)
• Familiarity with a programming language (e.g., R, Python)
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g. PowerBI, Tableau, etc.)
• Graphic design skills and familiarity with Photoshop, Canva, InDesign, Illustrator

• Salary: $60,000-$65,000 annually, depending on experience
• Location: Remote-first within the U.S., with ability and willingness to be in our DC office for team off-sites, strategic planning, or other key moments where face-to-face connection adds value
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO, plus monthly mental health days
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a $1,000 annual wellness stipend
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Family Support: Paid parental leave
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider OPT/CPT holders.

Please keep in mind: Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds only apply to jobs when they meet 100% of the requirements vs. their majority counterparts apply at a much higher rate if they meet 50-60% of the requirements. So, with that being said, if you are interested in the role, we would love to hear how you can leverage your talents to be an awesome culture add.

Our Values & Culture, In Brief: 

Talent is in our DNA. It is what we study, who we serve, and the quality we most pride ourselves on internally. In order for our team members to be at their best, we provide individualized benefits and support. At the most basic level, benefits include unlimited PTO, health insurance benefits, and career development opportunities.

We believe a well-rounded and diverse team is the key to our success. To provide the widest range of experiences and perspectives in our member service and internal culture, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. Please let our recruiter know if there are any accommodations we can provide for you to ensure an equitable and comfortable recruitment process.

We highly value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and this shows up in everything we do. Our research has a significant focus on the experiences of candidates from diverse backgrounds. Our People & Business Operations team actively integrates DEI into company operations and we regularly hold events to receive training in DEI-relevant topics as well as to celebrate different identity groups. Furthermore, we have Employee Resource Groups for BIPOC employees, women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and an Allyship Affinity Group. We also have a community service program in which employees can volunteer to participate.