Location: Austin, TX; mostly remote with some in-person work

Compensation: Paid internship (first semester: $20 per hour; future semesters may increase) 
Duration: Semester-based (flexible)

Schedule: 20–30 hours per week, 4+ days per week (5 days preferred) 

 

About the Internship

Point 600 is seeking an Analyst Intern to support our consulting team at the intersection of data, communications, and technology. This internship is designed for current students or recent graduates who are curious about how data can be used to improve corporate communications. 

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As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with real client projects while learning from experienced consultants. This role is about asking questions and building foundational skills in research, analysis, and client service. ​

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This is a great opportunity if you’re interested in careers in communications, analytics, consulting, marketing, or strategy. 

 

What You’ll Learn & Do

You will: 

• Support research efforts, including social media listening, surveys, interviews, and document review 

• Assist with data analysis related to communications measurement and evaluation 

• Help turn research findings into clear insights and takeaways 

• Create charts, dashboards, or visualizations to help tell a data story 

• Support project coordination by helping track timelines, tasks, and deliverables 

• Help prepare meeting agendas, discussion guides, and notes for internal and client meetings 

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You’ll leave the internship with a better understanding of how consulting teams work and how data informs communications strategy. 

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Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is curious, coachable, and excited to learn how thoughtful analysis and clear communication can create real value for clients. 

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Desired Skills: 

• Data Analysis: You’re interested in learning how to spot patterns in data—both quantitative and qualitative—with guidance and support from your team. 

• Insight Creation: You help turn analysis into insights that clarify what matters. 

• Communication: You communicate clearly in writing and conversation, especially when explaining your thinking or asking questions. 

• Self-Starter: You’re comfortable starting work without full clarity, and you ask the questions needed to move forward. 

• Work Ethic: You bring a strong work ethic and care about contributing to high-quality work. 

• Growth Mindset: You’re grounded in humility and eager to learn. You’re open to feedback, willing to ask questions, and interested in improving over time. 

• Organization: You’re organized and able to manage multiple tasks with guidance and clear priorities. 

• Curiosity: You ask thoughtful questions and want to understand how things work. 

• Team-Oriented: You are communicative, collaborative, and supportive in a remote-work environment. You keep teammates informed and aren’t afraid to speak up when you need help or clarification. 

• Problem-Solving: You’re motivated by solving problems and being helpful—using available resources to contribute to work that delivers value. 

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No prior professional experience is required—coursework, class projects, personal projects, or internships all count. 

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Helpful Experience (Not Required) 

Any of the following are a plus, but not required: 

• Coursework or experience in communications, marketing, journalism, business, data, or analytics 

• Exposure to research methods or data analysis 

• Familiarity with tools such as: 

• Social or media monitoring platforms (e.g., Sprout Social, Brandwatch, Meltwater) 

• Web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) 

• Data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Google Data Studio) 

• Experience working on group projects, student organizations, or client-based coursework 

 

About Point 600

Point 600 is a communications consulting firm specializing in data and technology. We help corporate communications teams work smarter, leverage data effectively, and deploy technology for greater impact.

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Our name comes from the 600 milliseconds it takes the human brain to articulate language—symbolizing the quantitative side of communications and the precision we bring to our work.

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How to Apply

Email your resume to careers@point600.com and put “Analyst Intern” in the subject line. A brief note about your interests is welcome but not required.