Student Placement, Strategy Team
InterTradeIrelandNewry, Down£26,449 per annum
TEAM: Strategy
SALARY: £26,449
DURATION: 48 Week Undergraduate placement
REPORTS TO: Research Manager
Are you a curious, analytical student who loves turning data into insights? Do you want a placement where your research skills have a real impact on business growth and economic development across Ireland and Northern Ireland?
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a placement student within the Strategy Team, you’ll work on a variety of projects, including:
📚 Strategic Research: Contribute to research that shapes business policy, focusing on sustainability, trade development, and innovation.
📈 Data & Insights: Analyse key business trends using tools like the All-Island Business Monitor.
🔢 Trade Statistics: Work with trade data that informs public policies and business decisions across both jurisdictions.
💻 Policy Analysis: Stay ahead of current trends, providing impactful analysis for senior leadership.
🧑💻 Collaborative Engagement: Support partnerships across government, industry, and academia by creating reports, presentations, and briefings.
This placement gives you hands-on experience with real-world data, evidence-based research, and policy analysis that directly informs decision-making at senior levels.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
This placement is more than just work experience—it’s a launchpad for your career:
⛱️ Generous Time Off: Enjoy 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
⏳ Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, hybrid office/remote options, and flexitime.
💻 Skill Development: Practical experience in a professional, supportive environment.
❤️🩹 Wellbeing Support: A workplace that values your health, happiness, and motivation.
🤝 Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values flexibility, honesty, and collaboration.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
This placement is ideal for students studying Economics, Business, PPE (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics), Politics, or related policy, social science or data-focused disciplines.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
🧑💻 Proficient in MS office & Eagar to Learn New Tools
✅ Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills
🚀 Analytical & data Interpretation Ability
🎤 Presentation Skills & Proactive Curiosity
🎯 Ability to Prioritise, Work Independently & Collaborate
If you enjoy digging into research, analysing trends, and turning evidence into actionable insights, this placement is for you. You’ll gain hands-on experience and develop skills that will set you apart in your future career.
Download the Job Description for a full review of the role.
Apply now and take the next step in your career with InterTradeIreland!
Closing date for applications is Monday 30th March 2026 @ 1.00pm.
SALARY: £26,449
DURATION: 48 Week Undergraduate placement
REPORTS TO: Research Manager
Are you a curious, analytical student who loves turning data into insights? Do you want a placement where your research skills have a real impact on business growth and economic development across Ireland and Northern Ireland?
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a placement student within the Strategy Team, you’ll work on a variety of projects, including:
📚 Strategic Research: Contribute to research that shapes business policy, focusing on sustainability, trade development, and innovation.
📈 Data & Insights: Analyse key business trends using tools like the All-Island Business Monitor.
🔢 Trade Statistics: Work with trade data that informs public policies and business decisions across both jurisdictions.
💻 Policy Analysis: Stay ahead of current trends, providing impactful analysis for senior leadership.
🧑💻 Collaborative Engagement: Support partnerships across government, industry, and academia by creating reports, presentations, and briefings.
This placement gives you hands-on experience with real-world data, evidence-based research, and policy analysis that directly informs decision-making at senior levels.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
This placement is more than just work experience—it’s a launchpad for your career:
⛱️ Generous Time Off: Enjoy 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
⏳ Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, hybrid office/remote options, and flexitime.
💻 Skill Development: Practical experience in a professional, supportive environment.
❤️🩹 Wellbeing Support: A workplace that values your health, happiness, and motivation.
🤝 Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values flexibility, honesty, and collaboration.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
This placement is ideal for students studying Economics, Business, PPE (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics), Politics, or related policy, social science or data-focused disciplines.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
🧑💻 Proficient in MS office & Eagar to Learn New Tools
✅ Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills
🚀 Analytical & data Interpretation Ability
🎤 Presentation Skills & Proactive Curiosity
🎯 Ability to Prioritise, Work Independently & Collaborate
If you enjoy digging into research, analysing trends, and turning evidence into actionable insights, this placement is for you. You’ll gain hands-on experience and develop skills that will set you apart in your future career.
Download the Job Description for a full review of the role.
Apply now and take the next step in your career with InterTradeIreland!
Closing date for applications is Monday 30th March 2026 @ 1.00pm.
The closing date for applications is Monday the 30th of March 2026
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