Company/Organization: German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States, Inc.

Description:

We are seeking a full-time trainee to gain hands-on experience using her/his business education in real- world applications. As a trainee, you will participate in teamwork, direct client communications and dayto-day operations of the office.

Responsibilities:
Your training opportunities will include but are not limited to:
- Supporting mid-sized German companies with their U.S. market entry
- Working closely with the management of our German business clients
- Conducting industry specific market research, both for ongoing projects and inquiries
- Performing cold-calling associated with business partner searches
- Organizing trade shows & business trips including onsite support for German companies
- Contributing directly to the development and expansion of the market position of our Market Entry team

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s (or equivalent) or higher degree in business, economics or related field
- Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Understanding of prioritization and efficient allocation of time and resources
- Excellent communication and customer-service skills
- High comfort level interacting with clients
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based and international environment
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft applications
- Working knowledge of German language

Preferred Qualifications:
- International experience (studies abroad, travel, etc.)
- Entrepreneurial spirit

Hours:

40 hours/week (Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm)

Length/Availability:

12 months

Additional Info:

Start date: June 2016 (Duration of trainee program: 12 months only)
Location: Houston, TX, USA
Own expenses for trainee: Health insurance, housing, travel expenses, J1-Visa fee (if applicable)

Tags:

Consulting  Market  Entry  Business  Development 

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