This internship offers the opportunity for students to learn about career opportunities with the federal government and gain international business experience. International Trade Interns assist International Trade Specialists in preparing market research and advising San Diego business clients on exporting strategies. Interns participate in meetings with San Diego area companies, international business organizations, and foreign official. They also assist in developing and organizing trade promotion events and activities.
Requirements:
- Full or part-time student - U.S. Citizen
- Relevant academic field - Minimum 160 hour requirement
- Strong writing and verbal communication - Good interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of PC software: Word, Excel, and Adobe
Internship Work Duties:
- Business Counseling: Assist companies through export process, regulations, and organizing trade events.
- International Market Research: Undertake market research utilizing a variety of resources, including databases and internet.
- Trade Event Promotion: Organization of international and US trade events.
- Administrative: Preparing communications with companies, and maintaining company database profiles.
Application Procedures:
Internships with the U.S. Commercial Service are not compensated.
To be considered for an internship, please submit a cover letter and resume to Internship Coordinator, Julia Rauner Guerrero at julia.rauner.guerrero@mail.doc.gov:
· By December 1st for Spring Semester
· By March 1st for Summer
· By August 1st for Fall Semester
Contact:
Julia Rauner Guerrero