Social Analyst (Assistant Account Executive level)

Burson Cohn & Wolfe • New York, NY

252d • $35,000 - $75,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Recent graduates (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 who are excited by data and cultural trends.
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; bonus points if you've dabbled in pivot tables, boolean searches, or dashboards.
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and learning new tools in a dynamic environment.
• Enthusiastic team players eager to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive workplace.

Nice To Haves

• Second language fluency (Spanish, Portuguese, or French) or any exposure to social listening tools.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Mentorship programs with industry leaders.
• A vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Packages designed to reward and retain top talent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree