International Trade Intern-1

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Job Title: International Trade Intern-1

Agency: Economic Development, Department of

Job Requisition ID: JR0000002897

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $0.00

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) is the primary economic development agency for the State of Georgia. The mission of the Department is to create jobs for Georgians. The International Trade team creates jobs by helping existing Georgia manufacturers and professional services providers enter or expand their international markets through its trade promotion services. Services provided include international market research, identification of international buyers for Georgia products, and the organization of trade events - internationally and domestically.

The Intern works with the Department’s Division Director and Trade Managers to assist Georgia manufacturers and professional service providers to increase their exports. Primary responsibilities include:

• Creating and disseminating research showing Georgia’s connections to specific countries as well as materials for briefing books.
• Client requests, including but not limited to market research, identification of key contacts abroad, identifying how to sell into specific markets.
• Compiling and analyzing country-specific, industry-specific and worldwide statistics of the international flow of goods through databases.
• Assisting in company recruitment for events and trade shows.
• Support CRM database management.
• Special projects and administrative assistance

Desired Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a four-year or advanced college degree in international business/trade or closely related field.
• Interest in political economy, current affairs, and international trade issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team-player; self-starter; self-disciplined.
• High proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Culturally sensitive and aware.

GDEcD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications:

Student enrolled in a Georgia high school, technical college, or university/college. Must be currently enrolled during the internship.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.