Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Jump-start a career in foreign affairs, international relations and global business! Internships at the World Trade Center Institute offer unique hands-on experience and unparalleled networking opportunities. As an intern, you will gain insight into the world of non-profits and international business, learn from industry leaders and get to know about the local professional and business community. All interns are assigned real life tasks and given professional titles to be used throughout the semester. WTCIs interns attend all of our prestigious events and get a chance to practice valuable networking skills. Some of our best interns go on to full-time positions with many of our clients some of Marylands most prestigious institutions.

Marketing & Communications

Assist in Marketing & Communications activities including: Assist in development and design of marketing materials and advertising; Research various companies and countries to assist in developing marketing language; Use Google Analytics to increase web traffic; Update WTCIs Social Media and strategize best practices; Participate in event preparation, management and logistics; Perform website updates; Attend all WTCI networking events

Skills Needed: Professional communication and attitude; Comfortable with working in a small office environment; Attention to detail; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (ability to write Press Releases a plus); Creativity and flexibility; Ability to complete assignments on deadline; Must be able to work independently with strong project management skills; Knowledge of Adobe programs and advertising classes a plus; Knowledge of html and/or WordPress is a plus.

How does it work?

Interns are expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Interns are expected to have some availability during standard business hours and come into the WTCI office at least one day per week. Attendance at WTCI events is expected. Interns receive a stipend depending on which semester the internship takes place. These stipends are listed below.

Spring Semester - $4,000

Summer Semester - $2,000

Fall Semester - $3,000

Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. This internship is not suitable for people with too much labor market experience. Longer than a semester internships are encouraged and arrangements can be made with the respective manager depending on the departments needs. All interns will design an end-of-semester presentation which will be presented to WTCI staff.

Dates for the Internship:

Fall 2024 - August 26-December 13, 2024

Spring 2025 - January 27-June 13, 2025

Summer 2025 - June 23-August 29, 2025

Other Benefits:

College Credit
Mentorship
Professional references upon good performance
Unique networking opportunities
Participation in all WTCI events
Interaction with business executives and foreign diplomats
Access to the Top of the World Observation level

The Application Process:

Intern Applicants must submit acover letter, resume, and answer the questions belowvia the application. The cover letter should clearly state the position the applicant is applying for, the semester of interest, the approximate date on which he/she would be available to begin work, if selected and why you would be a good fit for the position desired. WTCI will invite 3-5 applicants for each position for an interview. After the interviews, WTCI will notify all interns regardless of the outcome.

Internships at WTCI are quite competitive. The top three to five applicants will be invited for an interview by each manager in charge of the different departments. Each manager might interview at different times, so there is no set interview week. After the interviews, WTCI will notify selected interns.

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