Internship - Client Analyst

Are you eager to kick-start your career in analytics, marketing, or category management? As a Client Analyst Intern, you will join our Customer Success team and gain hands-on experience working with leading retailers in the FMCG industry. In this role, you’ll support experienced Analytic Consultants and learn how data is transformed into actionable insights that drive real business decisions. From day one, you will be fully integrated into the team and contribute to real client work—while developing valuable analytical and storytelling skills. This internship offers a unique opportunity to understand how supermarkets, drugstores, petrol and liquor retailers grow their business. Analysis & insights Support Analytic Consultants in preparing analyses and presentations for well-known FMCG retailers Work on category performance reviews (e.g. sales, market share, pricing, promotions) Help uncover the “why” behind performance trends (e.g. assortment, pricing, promotional strategy) Reporting & tools Assist our customer success team with the set up, maintenance and update of client dashboards and reports Work with NielsenIQ tools and datasets to build your technical skills Projects & teamwork Contribute to team projects and ad-hoc analyses Collaborate with consultants across different client teams Learn how to translate data into clear and compelling stories Currently enrolled (valid student status required) in a Dutch university or Dutch higher education institution Studying Business, Economics, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field Strong analytical mindset and affinity with numbers Genuine interest in FMCG (food, homecare, personal care) Proficiency in English (Dutch is a plus) Solid Excel and PowerPoint skills Detail-oriented, structured, and eager to learn Available full-time for 6 months WHAT YOU’LL GAIN This is more than an internship—it’s your first step into the world of data-driven decision making. Hands-on experience : Work on real client cases and business challenges Learning & development : Structured onboarding program Training on NielsenIQ tools (e.g. Discover) Deep dive into FMCG markets and the Dutch retail landscape Training in storytelling, presentations, and advanced Excel Variety : Exposure to multiple retailers and categories Future opportunities : Many interns successfully move into full-time roles at NielsenIQ International, open, and informal company culture A team that values collaboration, curiosity, and growth Hybrid working environment Market-conform internship allowance At NielsenIQ, we live by our values: Open, Connected, Personal and Useful —and we are looking for curious, motivated students who want to make an impact and grow with us. Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. 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