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Our 2008 Fall Internship Program is now CLOSED.
Please check our website in November for our Spring 2009 Internship Progam details!!

WORLD TRADE CENTER Saint Louis (WTC) offers 4 to 6 internships each semester. Graduate students as well as senior and junior undergraduates are encouraged to apply.

Internship Positions Include:

Application Procedure:

  1. Intern applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by email or fax to:
    Sean Mullins, Director, Trade Services
    email: Sean Mullins
    fax: 314.862.0102
  2. The cover letter should indicate the semester period(s) for which the applicant is applying and an approximate date on which that applicant would be available to work, if selected.
  3. Applicants interested in more than one position should submit only one resume but declare in the cover letter the positions for which they seek consideration.
  4. WTC will contact applicants for an interview no later than 5 days after the application deadline.
  5. After the interviews, WTC will notify selected candidates.

Internship Program:

WTC offers you the opportunity to supplement your education with real world experiences.

  • Recognized worldwide - great reference
  • Networking and job opportunities
  • Experience in culturally diverse business environment
  • College credit (where accepted)

Based on staff needs, WTC usually offers 3 unique internships each semester - Events & Marketing, International Research, and Sales & Development. You will be given a variety of duties within the scope of the program. In order to maximize the experience, we ask for a minimum commitment of one semester from you. Multi-semester internships are available. If applicable, check with your educational advisor/school internship coordinator to see if you can receive credits for time you spend on your WTC internship.

Internship requirements:

  • Commitment of one semester (15 hours/week)
  • Good command of English language (foreign language a plus)
  • Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet skills)
  • Participation in Programs & Events
  • Some general administrative assistance
  • Positive attitude

Internships run approximately between the following dates:

Fall: September 10 - December 15
Spring: January 15 - May 15
Summer: May 15 - August 15

WTC is a professional organization and interns are expected to conduct themselves accordingly. Each intern will be given an intern handbook, covering policies and procedures and a confidentiality document is signed on the first day of the internship.

Educational institutions that would like to receive information regarding Internship Opportunities at WTC should contact Sean Mullins for additional information.