Company Name: U.S. Commercial Service

Company Website: https://www.trade.gov/

Company Description: As part of the U.S. Department of Commerce ‘s International Trade Administration, the U.S. Commercial Service is the premier federal agency that helps companies to achieve exporting success. Our office in downtown Pittsburgh is part of a global network of domestic and international offices throughout more than 75 countries. We assist U.S. Companies with entering new export markets and increasing export sales and market share through consulting, foreign market research, finding and introducing foreign buyers to U.S. exporters, and advocating on behalf of American business interests.

Job Title and Description: As part of a team of highly motivated professionals with a range of international business expertise, you assist staff in providing high-value consultation and guidance to companies making strategic international business decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• Hard-working individual who can multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills
• Highly motivated and possesses good professional judgment
• You must be a U.S. citizen
• You must be at least a half-time student pursuing a bachelors or graduate degree
• You must be able to work 16 hours per week minimum during the Fall/spring terms or 24 hours per week minimum during our summer term during normal business hours (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm) Note: A security check will be conducted if we select you as an intern.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Typical intern duties include conducting foreign market research or industry research, interacting with client companies, supporting trade events, and other administrative duties as required.

Job Location: 

• The position can be remote: U.S. Commercial Service U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration 1100 Corporate Square Drive Suite 242 St Louis, MO 63132

Hours: 16 hours per week minimum during the Fall/spring terms or 24 hours per week minimum during our summer term during normal business hours (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm)

Compensation: Unknown (visit website for more information)

Application Instructions: Send your cover letter and resume via email to: Nathalie Scharf, Director: Nathalie.Scharf@trade.gov