Editorial summary

The company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate Intern to support its executive search team in Singapore. The role involves conducting market research, talent mapping, and industry analysis to identify potential candidates and business opportunities across multiple sectors. The internship provides hands-on experience in the end-to-end search process, working closely with consultants on senior-level hiring mandates. The position offers a monthly stipend of 1000.

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Job description

[This job id 27610 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 25 Aug 2026]

Research Associate (Internship)

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate Intern to support our executive search team in Singapore. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the end-to-end search process, including market mapping, candidate identification, and industry research. You will work closely with consultants and contribute to high-impact senior-level hiring mandates across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and talent mapping to identify business opportunities, industry trends, and potential candidates across various industries and functions.
• Proactively engage and build relationships with potential candidates and clients through databases, professional networks, referrals, and outreach activities.
• Support business development and sales initiatives by identifying prospective clients, generating market insights, and assisting consultants in expanding client relationships.
• Build and manage talent pipelines for executive search assignments through strategic outreach and relationship management.
• Conduct initial outreach and screening conversations to assess candidate suitability, motivations, and career aspirations.
• Prepare candidate profiles, market intelligence reports, sales presentations, and client-ready materials.
• Coordinate candidate and client interactions, interviews, and follow-ups to ensure a positive and professional experience.
• Analyze hiring trends, competitor movements, industry developments, and organizational structures to support sales and recruitment strategies.
• Maintain and update CRM systems, candidate databases, and business development records accurately.
• Develop long-term relationships with candidates and clients while contributing to the firm’s market presence and growth.
• Support consultants in achieving recruitment and business development targets through proactive sourcing and outreach efforts.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, Psychology, Communications, or related fields.
• Strong interest in sales, business development, recruitment, consulting, or client relationship management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasion skills with confidence in engaging stakeholders professionally.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable with outreach, networking, and relationship-building activities.
• Results-driven mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced and target-oriented environment.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain hands-on exposure to sales-driven executive search and recruitment consulting environments.
• Develop business development, client engagement, and consultative selling skills.
• Learn how to identify market opportunities, build pipelines, and manage professional relationships.
• Understand talent acquisition strategies, organizational structures, and hiring landscapes across industries in Singapore.
• Gain practical experience in outreach strategies, lead generation, market mapping, and stakeholder management.
• Receive mentorship from experienced consultants in executive search, recruitment, and business development.
• Build confidence in communication, negotiation, and relationship management within a professional consulting environment.

Take this chance to grow, learn, and upgrade your skills for a better future ahead.

Please reach out with your updated CV to:

RevUp Consulting (EA License: 22S1193)

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