At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a live project, gain hands-on experience in data analysis and project delivery.
- Company: Energetic research agency focused on solving complex business challenges.
- Benefits: Paid placement, flexible start date, hybrid working environment, and supportive culture.
- Other info: Mentoring, coaching, and excellent career development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing valuable skills in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Undergraduate students in data analysis, social sciences, business, or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
We are pleased to offer a 6-8 week paid industry placement for undergraduate students interested in gaining hands-on experience in a real project environment. Students will join our team on a live project and gain exposure to research design, data analysis and project delivery.
Impact is an energetic, ambitious and people-led research agency. We work with forward-thinking organisations to solve complex business challenges through high-quality insight, delivered at pace. We are a team of curious thinkers, strong communicators and problem-solvers who believe that the best research comes from building relationships, understanding perspectives and asking the right questions. We combine rigorous thinking with creativity and commercial focus to deliver insight that genuinely influences decision-making. Our people and culture define Impact; we are supportive, inclusive and sociable. People are trusted, recognised for their contributions and encouraged to develop in ways that suit their strengths and interests. Mentoring and coaching are built into how we manage and develop our team.
We are a mixed-methods research agency, delivering qualitative and quantitative projects in the UK and internationally. Most of our work is ad-hoc and bespoke, designed specifically around our clients' objectives, ranging from fast-turnaround projects to longer-term trackers and programmes. Our work covers the full research lifecycle, from design and fieldwork through to analysis, storytelling and strategic recommendations. We also have in-house expertise in advanced analytical methods, enabling us to combine data sources and go deeper to deliver truly actionable insight.
Placement Overview
- Duration: 6-8 weeks
- Type: Paid placement
- Location: 3 The Quintet, Churchfield Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2TZ
- Start date: Flexible
- Working arrangement: Hybrid working environment
- Eligibility: Undergraduate students from programmes involving data analysis, social sciences, business, research, statistics, psychology or similar fields.
What Students Will Do
- Data cleaning and processing
- Chart production and data visualisation
- Quality assurance and cross-checking
- Note-taking during meetings or workshops
- General research and project support tasks
- Support with sales and marketing activity (e.g. proposals, blog posts, social media)
Skills Gained
Students will gain practical data experience, understanding of quality workflows, exposure to project delivery, collaboration skills, and transferrable skills such as communication, time management and attention to detail.
Support for Students
We provide a named supervisor, onboarding, regular check-ins, feedback and a completion certificate if required.
Application Process
To apply, students should send a short CV and a 150-word statement of interest.
Undergraduate Placement in Surrey employer: Impact Research Ltd
At Impact, we pride ourselves on being an energetic and ambitious research agency that values our people. Our undergraduate placement offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, where you will be supported in your professional growth through mentorship and real project involvement. Located in a vibrant area, we foster a culture of innovation and inclusivity, making it an excellent place for aspiring researchers to thrive.
