Internship: Research & Insights (m/f/d) - Start: April 2025

GHARAGE Vision Hub is looking for an intern for 6 months in the role of a Research & Insights (m/f/d) who is excited about trends, facts and figures and keen on designing the future of travel retail. In your role you will be part of the Vision Hub Team, working closely with Janosch, our Intelligence Lead. By identifying and analyzing emerging trends, new technologies and the key drivers of change you will support us in setting the ground base for strategic decisions.

Tasks

• Conduct comprehensive research on industry trends, new technologies, market dynamics, and socio-economic shifts
• Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from various sources to support strategic decision-making and business development initiatives
• Assist in the preparation of research reports, presentations, and other materials for internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights and provide recommendations based on research findings
• Create forward-thinking and inspirational content, e.g. in the form of future impulses, blog posts, reports, presentations, what-if scenarios
• Apply research and foresight practices as well as AI tools to make your work more efficient and creative – experimenting with new technologies and innovative approaches
• Stay updated on relevant literature, academic studies, and emerging technologies to enhance the quality and depth of research efforts

Requirements

• Highly motivated, self-initiative and forward-thinking individual with a creative mindset fostering new ways of thinking and a curious attitude toward new technologies, innovations and change
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a relevant field such as Business, Economics, Marketing, Innovation Management, Future Studies or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex quantitative as well as qualitative information
• Proficiency in research methodologies, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proactive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Experience with AI tools is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Fluent in English (verbally and in writing)

For non-EU citizens: Please note that you must apply for a visa in order to do the internship. We will support you with the necessary documents!

(at)all: You must be a matriculated student for the duration of your internship.

Benefits

• Work in the intersection of the start-up and corporate world
• Deep insights in one of the industry leading companies in travel retail
• Work with a strong team of diverse competencies and characters
• An entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies built on trust and respect
• Responsibility and freedom to explore new ideas and innovative approaches
• Work in the heart of Hamburg in an open loft space

Who we are
We are the GHARAGE Vision Hub of Gebr. Heinemann, one of the world’s leading travel retailers. The GHARAGE was established to challenge the status quo of travel retail and envision the traveller’s journey of tomorrow. We are a diverse team of designers, strategists, researchers, and business creators, who design, build, and transform the future of travel and retail. With an open-minded way of thinking, a curious mindset, and a passion to innovate, we live the culture to thrive.