Research Associate Internship – Professional Search

About the role

Join Korn Ferry’s Professional Search team in Brussels as a Research Associate Intern. You will gain hands‑on experience supporting executive and professional search assignments across multiple industries while working alongside seasoned consultants.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with search projects at various stages, from market research to candidate sourcing.
• Conduct talent mapping and market analysis to identify target companies and potential candidates.
• Prepare search‑related documents such as progress reports and candidate summaries.
• Collect, structure, and update market, client, and candidate data in internal systems.
• Support interview coordination and provide general project assistance as needed.
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s or Bachelor’s program (HR, Psychology, Business, Management or related field) and able to complete a minimum 3‑month internship through a university agreement.
• Strong interest in talent acquisition, executive search, HR or consulting.
• Detail‑oriented, analytical, well‑organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive team player with a professional mindset.
• Fluent in English; additional languages (French, Dutch) are a plus.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Word

What we offer

• Hands‑on learning through real client projects.
• Exposure to the full professional and executive search process.
• Structured research methodologies and data analysis across multiple industries.
• Collaboration with experienced international professionals.
• A dynamic, inclusive and intellectually stimulating workplace.