Burson
Associate Analyst (Assistant Account Executive level), BIDI
Burson, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Who We Are Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit https://bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
More About The Role Burson is looking for an entry‑level Analyst to join our Social Listening & Analytics team in support of some of the most iconic global brands. If you're a recent graduate with internship experience in digital media, marketing, or communications—and you're eager to dive into social media trends, consumer insights, and cultural conversations—this is your chance to grow at the intersection of data and storytelling.
This is a rare opportunity to build a career in social and digital analytics with one of the world’s top global communications firms, while working on some of the most recognizable brands in the world.
What You’ll Do
Support social media monitoring and reporting for brands, helping track cultural, competitor, and consumer trends.
Learn to use tools like Brandwatch, Sprinklr, and NewsWhip to uncover insights that influence brand reputation, sustainability, and social impact initiatives.
Work closely with teams to translate complex data into compelling narratives for digital and communications campaigns.
Monitor online conversations and media trends around multiple brands and corporate presence.
Assist in preparing performance reports for campaigns and brand health tracking across social and digital platforms.
Collaborate in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment, gaining exposure to both agency and client‑side work.
Experience That Contributes To Success
Recent graduate with bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, PR, data analytics, or related field.
Internship experience in PR, marketing, analytics, or social media (agency, brand, or nonprofit experience all welcome).
Curious and detail‑oriented individuals excited by data and cultural trends.
Strong writing, research, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; bonus points for pivot tables, boolean searches, or dashboards.
Comfortable juggling multiple projects and learning new tools in a dynamic environment.
Enthusiastic team player eager to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive workplace.
Bonus: Second language fluency (Spanish, Portuguese, or French) or any exposure to social listening tools.
Salary and Benefits Individual compensation varies based on job‑related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between
$35,000—$75,000 USD . We offer a competitive benefits package; more details can be found at https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome.
EEO Statement Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
Other Information
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industry: Public Relations and Communications Services
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Associate Analyst (Assistant Account Executive level), BIDI
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Burson
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Who We Are Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit https://bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
More About The Role Burson is looking for an entry‑level Analyst to join our Social Listening & Analytics team in support of some of the most iconic global brands. If you're a recent graduate with internship experience in digital media, marketing, or communications—and you're eager to dive into social media trends, consumer insights, and cultural conversations—this is your chance to grow at the intersection of data and storytelling.
This is a rare opportunity to build a career in social and digital analytics with one of the world’s top global communications firms, while working on some of the most recognizable brands in the world.
What You’ll Do
Support social media monitoring and reporting for brands, helping track cultural, competitor, and consumer trends.
Learn to use tools like Brandwatch, Sprinklr, and NewsWhip to uncover insights that influence brand reputation, sustainability, and social impact initiatives.
Work closely with teams to translate complex data into compelling narratives for digital and communications campaigns.
Monitor online conversations and media trends around multiple brands and corporate presence.
Assist in preparing performance reports for campaigns and brand health tracking across social and digital platforms.
Collaborate in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment, gaining exposure to both agency and client‑side work.
Experience That Contributes To Success
Recent graduate with bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, PR, data analytics, or related field.
Internship experience in PR, marketing, analytics, or social media (agency, brand, or nonprofit experience all welcome).
Curious and detail‑oriented individuals excited by data and cultural trends.
Strong writing, research, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; bonus points for pivot tables, boolean searches, or dashboards.
Comfortable juggling multiple projects and learning new tools in a dynamic environment.
Enthusiastic team player eager to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive workplace.
Bonus: Second language fluency (Spanish, Portuguese, or French) or any exposure to social listening tools.
Salary and Benefits Individual compensation varies based on job‑related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between
$35,000—$75,000 USD . We offer a competitive benefits package; more details can be found at https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome.
EEO Statement Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
Other Information
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industry: Public Relations and Communications Services
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