Intern, United States

Remote

About the Group

Panterra is a global strategic advisory firm. Over the last 25 years, we have grown from boutique strategic communications and research firms into a leading international consultancy. We advise governments, embassies, corporations, and individuals on a wide range of complex policy and communications issues. Our work is typically at the nexus of the worlds of politics, business, and the media.

Our mission is to participate in – and positively impact – the great debates of our age, including (but not limited to) geopolitical crises, election campaigns, high-value litigation cases, international events, and public diplomacy initiatives. In all our work we are guided by our core values of honesty, integrity, ambition, and accountability. We are not just problem-solvers; we are pioneers who lead the way in finding unique, impactful solutions to the challenges faced by our clients.

About our division – Panterra Research

Panterra Research, formerly ClearPath Strategies, provides research-driven strategy to leaders around the world. Our mission is to promote progressive forces who strive to make life better for more people. We help good people do great things, and we have fun doing it.

The work of Panterra Research principally involves conducting opinion research projects such as surveys, focus groups, and expert interviews, and providing our clients with actionable guidance based on that research. We have a long track record of implementing strategic public opinion research globally. Our client portfolio includes diverse technology clients from Silicon Valley, non-profit advocacy clients (focused on environmental sustainability, civil rights, and education, among others), and international political leaders in Europe, Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

The Opportunity

Our Interns have an immersive experience, providing project support to team members while gaining valuable skills to kickstart a career in the public opinion research and strategy space. Working alongside a variety of Analysts and project leaders, you will be exposed to real industry challenges and understand how to provide critical solutions to help clients prosper. No two days will be the same so we are looking for passionate, curious, and team-oriented individuals who are eager to work in a fast-paced environment to ensure outstanding client delivery. As an Intern, you’ll learn about project lifecycles and research methodologies, and you will be mentored by leaders who will give you practical advice to ensure your success, both at Panterra and throughout your career. Our internship is not about checking boxes; it’s about developing thoughtful researchers who are prepared to succeed in opinion research and related fields.

The bulk of our work is conducted in English, though we have clients around the globe. For this position, candidates with written and oral fluency in Spanish are preferred, though not required. You may still apply if you are not a Spanish speaker.

We are a fully remote company with staff across the country. The expected working hours for this internship is 40 hours per week, though the nature of our work will sometimes require some evening or weekend hours. The Intern will ideally work on Pacific Time (PT) hours, but we may also hire individuals in other time zones. You may still apply if you are not on PT hours.

This is a 6-month internship from August 2025 through February 2026. End dates can be flexible, and internships may be extended upon mutual agreement and good fit. There is potential for interns to be hired into permanent positions with the company.

This position is paid with a monthly stipend of $3,500/month. We are looking for candidates with a Bachelor's degree in social sciences, political science, communications, information sciences, public policy, or related field. Candidates must reside in (or be willing to relocate to) any of the following states: CA, CO, DC, IL, MI, MN, NC, NY, NJ, OR, VA, WA.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day, your work will include:

Background research, project management, survey logic testing & proofreading (QA)
Interacting with vendors and partners in multiple countries
Observing focus groups (either online or in-person), notetaking, creating and proofing memos and PowerPoint slides
Light administrative support.

You will have a dedicated manager overseeing your progress and ensuring you have opportunities and exposure to a variety of topics.

Interns will support Panterra Research’s opinion research projects across several areas:

Politics, Policy, & Public Affairs: Campaign-driven research and tactics to address key issues for advocacy groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and political campaigns through community engagement and the development of public policy positioning.
Environment & Sustainability: Strategic partnerships in the green space – buildings, energy, heavy industry decarbonization, sustainable transport policy, city-mitigation efforts, communities, and the entire ecosystem – resulting in impactful and influential messaging at the international, national, and local level.
Tech Strategy: Research helping major tech companies assess their global brands and reputations, along with work supporting more technical clients on AI usage, cloud computing, IT products and infrastructure, open source, API ecosystems, AI transformations, and DevOps implementation best practices.

Skills & Experience

Successful candidates will:

Be mission-driven with interest in politics, global affairs, campaign-thinking, social sciences and public opinion research.
Have a healthy intellectual curiosity; you enjoy learning about new places and new issues and like taking on different challenges and tasks each day.
Be able to execute a strong work ethic in a flexible environment and be team-oriented with a sense of humor.

Organization

Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to hit deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must be comfortable operating in a remote setting, collaborating virtually while remaining engaged with colleagues

Communication

Spanish fluency strongly preferred (verbal and written)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal skills including comfort supporting team members and senior leaders

Technical skills and interests

Interest or experience in political campaigns, public policy, public opinion research, or market research
Bachelor's degree in social sciences, political science, communications, information sciences, public policy, or related field
Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research in the classroom or project setting is preferred, but not required
Proficiency with MS Office, especially PowerPoint
Authorized to work in the United States

What We Offer

We are a dynamic, diverse, and fast-growing company which believes in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. In addition to our teams in San Francisco, Washington DC, New York, London, Brussels and Abu Dhabi, we have an Associate network of global leaders and experts in their fields who employees have the chance to work with and learn from.

Panterra has a friendly company culture with regular social events and a flexible working environment. Moreover, we give all our employees a high degree of autonomy and responsibility early on in their careers, accelerating their progression to the benefit of both the individual and the company. This is especially important because the pace of the work is often fast, in line with the critical issues and events we are involved in. We are a privately-owned business, and our strength is in our people.

Our CSR Commitment

At Panterra, we pride ourselves on not only delivering exceptional strategic advice and services but on doing so with a deep sense of responsibility. We value giving back by striving to contribute to the betterment of society and a sustainable future. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy is a testament to our commitment to making a positive impact beyond business success. It is rooted in two main pillars: purpose-oriented projects and environmental responsibility. Panterra actively invests in the communities it serves through pro-bono projects which leverage the company’s skills and networks. In addition, Panterra is dedicated to reducing its environmental impact. By offsetting our carbon footprint and implementing sustainable practices such as reducing waste, conserving energy, and promoting eco-friendly transportation, we ensure that our operations are aligned with a greener future.

To Apply

To apply for this position, please follow this link: https://panterra.bamboohr.com/careers/48?source=aWQ9MjE%3D

As part of your application, you will be required to submit a CV and Cover Letter introducing yourself, and outlining your interest in this position. Please also highlight any relevant qualifications and/or experience, and why these make you suitable for the role.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to all applicants.

We value diversity and aim for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society. Our recruitment process is competency based and no applicant will be discriminated against regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.