Company Description

BRDRS is a fintech-enabled travel super app focused on Africa and the Caribbean, designed for the African diaspora, Caribbean culture enthusiasts, and global travelers seeking immersive experiences beyond traditional guidebooks. The platform removes financial and logistical barriers through seamless tools that operate across key destinations from Lagos to Kingston and Accra to Bridgetown. Within the app, travelers explore distinct Worlds—Detty for African travel, Mash Up for Caribbean travel, and BRDRS Events for major global events experienced locally. BRDRS is powered by products such as a multi-currency digital wallet, physical and virtual payment cards, instant eSIM connectivity, AI-driven recommendations, real-time safety alerts, and a verified vendor network. The company is committed to redirecting tourism revenue into local communities, ensuring that every transaction and experience keeps value where it belongs: home. Role Description The Research Intern role at BRDRS is a remote, contract position focused on supporting market, user, and product research related to African and Caribbean travel ecosystems. In this role, the intern gathers and analyzes data on traveler behavior, fintech usage, local vendors, and cultural experiences to inform product features and strategic decisions. Day-to-day tasks include conducting online research, synthesizing findings into clear reports or briefs, contributing to competitive analyses, and assisting with survey or interview design. The intern collaborates with product, marketing, and operations teams to identify insights that improve the app’s Worlds, financial tools, and community impact. This role offers hands-on experience in research within a mission-driven, globally oriented startup environment.

Qualifications

Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to collect, verify, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data. Proficiency in written communication, with the ability to create concise summaries, reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders. Familiarity with basic research tools and methods (e.g., online databases, surveys, interviews, spreadsheets, or data visualization tools). Interest in travel, African and Caribbean markets, fintech, or digital platforms, with cultural curiosity and sensitivity. Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting. Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in a relevant field (such as Social Sciences, Business, Economics, International Studies, Data Science, or related disciplines) is preferred but not required. Experience with market research, user research, or startup environments is a plus. Comfort collaborating with diverse, global teams and communicating clearly in en_US.