Candidates are selected from an applicant pool based on academic performance, demonstrated research and writing ability, and interest in the international trade arena.
We offer paid part-time internships with opportunities to research international markets and assist Maine businesses with their trade questions.
Winter/Spring 2011 internships
We are now accepting applications for our Winter/Spring 2011 internship session. Please get your applications to us by
Friday, November 5, 2010. All applications we receive by this date will be considered. Please note: MITC Internships are part-time and located in the Portland Office.
"My internship experience at MITC involved truly meaningful and challenging work, direct client
interaction, and an incredible work environment that gave me access to an amazing team of people who readily shared
their knowledge and expertise with me."
Jennifer Xu, Research Associate, World Business Chicago, Chicago, IL
Internship benefits
- Reimbursement
Graduate students are compensated at the rate of $9.00 per hour. Undergraduates receive $8.00 per hour. - Academic credit
Students typically receive academic credit for MITC internships. - Experience
Solid, practical work experience researching international markets in a professional environment. - 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.
- Perspective
Assisting Maine companies with their export or import-related questions offer students a unique window into the challenges of international business. - In-depth analysis
Possibility of long-term assignment to course-specific, country-specific or industry-specific projects, including biotechnology, environmental technology, secondary wood products, composite materials, consumer goods, food, and software/IT. - Access
To MITC events, receptions and seminars and to events and seminars hosted by federal and state agencies and other non-profit organizations.
Responsibilities
- Fielding technical assistance queries from MITC clients
- Determining product classifications, industry codes, tariff rates and taxes for imported and exported goods
- Researching 'best markets' for products
- Sourcing materials internationally
- Researching industry and product-specific trade leads
- Locating appropriate market research reports and news articles
- Locating country-specific trade regulations
- Researching trade statistics
How to apply
We look forward to the opportunity to review your application. Please prepare:
- A cover letter explaining your background, your reason for applying, and how an internship at the Trade Center will fit with your future plans.
- Your most current resume.
- A copy of your grades (it need not be an *official* transcript – an online printout will suffice).
- A writing sample (an essay or report that you have submitted for school).
Send the completed package to:
Bryan Bozsik
Trade Assistance Manager & Senior Trade Specialist
Maine International Trade Center
511 Congress St.
Portland, ME 04101
E-mail: bozsik@mitc.com
Fax: 207.541.7420
