Creative Research Internship

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Creative Research Internship

At Dentsu Creative Amsterdam we're looking for a Creative Research Intern to join our team.

Full-time / Part-time · Amsterdam

Are you endlessly curious about what makes people tick?

Do you love uncovering the why behind the what?

If so, you might be our next intern.

About the job

As a creative agency we help brands reach their customers. To do this we need to understand what makes people tick, what they’re thinking, what they like, dislike and where they’re headed. Whether it is a campaign, a brand identity, or a digital experience we use customer insights to create memorable brands and transform businesses. That’s where you come in…

As a Creative Research Intern, you'll be on the front lines of curiosity, digging into human behavior, talking to real people, and helping uncover insights that guide our creative thinking.

You’ll work hand-in-hand with our creative researcher and strategists and be part of a research-minded team that believes the best ideas come from understanding people deeply.

What you will be doing

  • Get out there: conduct face-to-face interviews, desk research, vox pops, and participate in focus groups.

  • Help crack the brief: uncover the voice of the customer to help answer client questions with fresh insight.

  • Work fast: some briefs run from kickoff to insight in just 4 days—you’ll need to be nimble and resourceful.

  • Make meaning: distill messy findings into clear, inspiring insights that fuel big creative ideas.

Your Profile

  • Studying Social Sciences eg. Journalism/Sociology/Media & Communication

  • Entry-level: if you've done any kind of research (academic, personal, or professional), great! If not, your attitude and mindset matter most.

  • Dutch and English proficiency - Must be comfortable conducting research in Dutch

Bonus Points If…

  • Experience with focus groups, qualitative interviews, or desk research

  • Some knowledge of quantitative research or data analysis tools

  • Familiar with video editing software


What we offer

  • A front-row seat to the creative process across campaign, social, brand, and experience.

  • Mentorship from experienced strategists who will help you grow.

  • A chance to work on both local and international brands in a vibrant, idea-led agency culture.

  • A springboard to transition into strategy or other creative roles in the future.

GOOD TO KNOW

Internship Requirements:

  • You are enrolled as a student for the entire duration of the internship

  • You are available for 5 to 6 months

  • You live in the Netherlands and are legally allowed to work here as a student

  • You are willing to come to the office regularly (this is not a remote internship)

What you get: 

  • €500 internship allowance (based on a 40-hour workweek)

  • 1.5 days off per month to focus on school obligations (when working 40 hours)

  • Public transport costs covered, if you don’t have a student OV card

  • €4 lunch allowance per office day

  • A place in a creative, energetic team where you can learn, contribute, and develop your skills

Apply for the job

Do you want to join our team as our new Creative Research Internship? Then we'd love to hear about you!

At Dentsu Creative, inclusivity, diversity and accessibility aren’t checkboxes, they’re part of who we are. We stay true to our values, even when it’s messy or inconvenient. We stand up, speak out, and help each other grow, there is no room for big ego’s, just bring yourself! And whoever you are, whatever your background, identity, ability or superpower, will we always focus on what you can add to our agency. We want you to feel free to show up as your full self. We're a creative agency that love to transform brands, where tech meets culture, and bold ideas drive real change!
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