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Our 2008 Summer Internship Program is now OPEN.
Applications must be received by April 18, 2008!
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:
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- WTC will
contact applicants for an interview no later than 5 days after
the application deadline.
- 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 (20 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.
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