Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm helping companies align strategy and talent to drive superior performance. As part of our Professional Search team in Brussels, we are looking for a Research Associate Intern to support ongoing search assignments and gain hands-on experience in a high-level consulting environment.

Your role

As a Research Associate Intern, you will work closely with Research Associates and Consultants, supporting the execution of professional and executive search assignments across various industries.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Supporting search projects at different stages of the search process
- Conducting market research and talent mapping to identify target companies and potential candidates
- Identifying and sourcing candidates under the guidance of the team
- Supporting the preparation of search-related documents (progress reports, candidate summaries, etc.)
- Collecting, structuring, and updating market, client, and candidate data in internal systems
- Assisting with interview coordination and general project support when needed
- Ensuring high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism at all times

What we offer:

- Hands-on learning through real client projects
- Exposure to the end-to-end professional and executive search process




- Market and talent analysis across multiple industries
- Structured research methodologies and data analysis
- Collaboration with experienced professionals in an international environment
- A dynamic, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating workplace
- A strong foundation for a future career in search, HR, or consulting

Your profile

You are:

- You currently MUST be a Master’s or Bachelor’s student (HR, Psychology, Business, Management, or related field) and MUST be able to complete this internship through an agreement with your university.
- Available for a minimum of 3 months
- Strongly interested in Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, HR, or Consulting
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and well-organized
- Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive team player with a professional mindset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Fluent English is mandatory (additional languages are an asset, especially French and/or Dutch)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why join Korn Ferry?

- Exposure to a general and leading consulting firm
- A steep learning curve with real responsibilities
- Close collaboration with senior professionals
- An international, inclusive, and professional working culture

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