Okay for market research, culture needs work
Mintel is a decent place to get your foot in the door with market research, but expect some challenges with internal dynamics and company culture.
The people I worked with as a Research Analyst were genuinely solid. It's a good spot for learning about consumer insights, and Mintel offers a pretty decent hybrid model which is a huge plus for work flexibility.
Internal communication is often tough to navigate. It feels like leadership changes direction frequently, which makes long-term planning hard. The overall company culture in the Chicago, IL office can sometimes feel disconnected between teams.
Focus on creating clearer, more consistent communication channels across departments. Work on building a more unified company culture; it's tough when teams feel so siloed.
