Retail Summer Associate - Summer 2025 at Circana in Springfield, Illinois

Job Description:

Retail Summer Associate



Circana is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world's leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth.
At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together.



Summer Associate Experience



Circana offers a full summer program to ensure ALL our associates gain...

• Knowledge about the industry we exist in and the clients we serve;


• Experience working on active projects that have actual impact on our business;


• Training on technical tools and behavioral skills that are critical to an employee's success;


• Networking and mentor opportunities that can create personal connections lasting far beyond the summer.

The Summer Associate's role with a Circana Retail Team



A Retail Associate that participates in the 2025 Summer Associate Program are assigned to teams which may include:


Retail Client Insights

• Support a team responsible for helping a Retail client understand their performance relative to the market and identify opportunities to grow their business and share of the market. Projects may include category management and merchandising support on a go-to-market strategy, custom survey work, etc.

Retail Gateways

• The Gateway Customer Success team develops sales collateral and sales support materials to facilitate the Gateway commercial process. Customer Success team also develops and facilitates a variety of client engagement programs to build engagement and impact across manufacturer and retailer clients post-sale.

At Circana lateral, promotional, and cross-functional moves are encouraged and part of our culture. While your initial role will be in one of these groups, you'll have the chance to grow your career both within your initial assignment and into other opportunities that meet your career goals.



Key Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree required in Marketing, Business, or related field with a quantitative component expecting to graduate between December 2025 and June 2026.


• Experience in or knowledge of the Retail or CPG industry preferred (e.g., School projects, extracurriculars, or relevant internship experience).


• Academic knowledge/coursework in finance, economics, statistics, marketing or marketing analytics, data visualization, and/or logic is preferred


• Strong intellectual curiosity and critical thinking ability, relentless attention to detail, strong written/verbal communication, ability to work collaboratively on a team, etc.


• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint as well as experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense, etc.)

• Technology aptitude and willingness to learn and work on new solutions and platforms


• Creative problem solving skills, ability to frame a business problem, design and execute an analysis plan, and understand and synthesize data findings into business insights and translate into creative data visualizations

What makes us different?

• We have the most complete view. We start with the most complete data, add cross-industry insights, and deliver it all through the lens of our deep category expertise. When our clients see the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet, they gain a full understanding that leads to confident action.


• We have unparalleled technology. Our Liquid Data platform makes it easy to work with cross-industry data and advanced analytics. Seeing all the angles makes it easier to find new opportunities and spark growth.


• We have deep industry expertise. Our industry experts are strategic partners who really understand each client's business. That allows us to push beyond insights into ideas that ignite new thinking and lead to better outcomes

Our Culture



As a global community of professionals, we have a passion for turning complexity into clarity, and a belief that the best in each of us makes us 'Unstoppable Together'. This rally cry along with our seven core behaviors of Seek Clarity, Stay Curious, Own the Outcome, Center on the Client, Be a Challenger, Champion Inclusivity and Commit to Each Otherenable us to be true brand ambassadors, proud of our organization, culture and community.


The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $20 - $25 per hour. You can apply for this role through our career website. Apply Now