Internship Openings
The World Trade Center Denver offers a limited number of unpaid internships to students at local colleges and universities on a trimester basis.
Please review the time commitment statement below.
- Spring Session: Mid-January to mid-May. For the spring session, please submit your resume between November 15 and December 15 and indicate in your cover letter the Session for which you are applying. Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted after December 15.
- Summer Session: Late May to late August. Summer session internships vary, and for the summer 2010 we will not have an internship program. If you are interested in future summer sessions, please submit your resume before April 30 and indicate in your cover letter the session for which you are applying. Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted after May 1.
- Fall Session: Early September to early December. For the fall session, please submit your resume between July 1 and August 15 and indicate in your cover letter the session for which you are applying. Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted after August 15.
Hours: Part-time, 2 days per week (Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
The World Trade Center Denver is a non-profit association focused on providing programs and services to the international business community. As part of a network of over 300 World Trade Centers in nearly 100 countries, our main goals involve promoting and facilitating international trade. Mature and professional interns are a vital part of our team and we seek the following background:
- Candidates must be in their final year of undergraduate study or in graduate school.
- Strong interest in international business (related course work preferred).
- Ability to work independently (i.e. provide focus for loosely defined projects).
- Computer skills (Internet, Microsoft Office and Works, for Mac & PC).
- *Time Commitment - Interns must be able to commit to two, 8-hour days per week for the duration of the term. Interns are encouraged to attend WTC Institute classes throughout their internship. These classes normally take place on Tuesday and Thursday throughout the Spring & Fall internship schedules. Your availability should be such that you will be able to help us prepare for a class on Monday or Wednesday and then attend class on Tuesday or Thursday. We generally do not request intern assistance on Fridays.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (English proficiency a must!)
The internship will provide an overview of international business and the key issues and concerns facing Colorado companies in the global marketplace. Interns will learn about the local international business community and will gain an in-depth knowledge of key research tools and business development resources. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend World Trade Center classes and seminars.
The internship positions involve assisting with event preparation, membership services (marketing and communications), educational services, research, and other special projects. The nature of these positions will vary and interns will be assigned work based on their level of experience and education. Interns will also be responsible for answering telephones, sending faxes, photocopying, mailing and assisting with other office duties.
To apply for an internship, please send a cover letter and resume to:
Michael DeJager
World Trade Center Denver
1625 Broadway, Suite 680
Denver, CO 80202
Email: michael@wtcdenver.org
No attachments, please! Instead, you should copy your letter and resume into the body of your e-mail.
Résumés should be sent at least 1 month prior to the start of the internship session. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
