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Internships at the Maine International Trade Center provide
qualified university students with practical experience researching
international markets and providing technical assistance to
Maine companies.
BENEFITS of a MITC INTERNSHIP:
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Academic credit: Students typically receive academic
credit for MITC internships.
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Experience: Solid, practical work experience researching
international markets in professional environment.
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Contact: MITC Research Assistants have the opportunity
to work directly with Maine companies under proper supervision.
Research Assistants are encouraged to go on company visits
and client calls when appropriate.
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Perspective: Assisting Maine companies with their export
or import-related questions offer students a unique window
into the myriad challenges of international business.
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In-Depth Analysis: Possibility of long-term assignment
to course-specific, country-specific or industry-specific
projects, including biotechnology, environmental technology,
secondary wood products, and composite materials, consumer
goods and food, and software/IT.
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Access to MITC events, receptions and seminars; Access
to events and seminars hosted by federal and state agencies
and other non-profit organizations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The daily tasks performed by an intern at MITC include:
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Fielding technical assistance queries from MITC clients
in business and industry
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Determining product classifications, industry codes,
tariff rates and taxes for imported and exported goods.
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Researching ‘best markets’ for products
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Sourcing materials internationally
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Researching industry and product-specific trade leads
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Locating appropriate Market Research Reports using the
National Trade Databank and the International Trade Data
Network
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Locating country-specific trade regulations
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Researching trade statistics
How to Apply: To apply, please prepare:
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A cover letter explaining your background, your reason
for applying, and how an internship at the Trade Center
will fit with your future plans.
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Your most current resume or Curriculum Vitae.
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A copy of your grades (It need not be an *official*
transcript – a printout or from your academic department
will suffice.).
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A writing sample (An essay or report that you have submitted
for school).
Send the completed package to the Attention of Mr. Andrew
MacDonald via E-mail: macdonald@mitc.com
OR via post:
Andrew MacDonald
Technical Assistance Manager
Maine International Trade Center
511 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
E-mail: macdonald@mitc.com
Tel: 207-541-7418.
* MITC internships are volunteer. Qualified students
may be eligible for compensation through the Federal Work
Study program.
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