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Idaho-Mexico Trade Office Internship

Internship

The Idaho-Mexico Trade Office in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, was established in 1994 to facilitate Idaho exports to Latin America. In addition to serving Idaho exporters, each year, we actively seek university students that are interested in spending a semester in Guadalajara to intern in the trade office. Up to three intern opportunities are available each year. 

Intern duties include:

  • Conducting research and assisting Idaho companies with entry strategies for Mexico/Latin American markets
  • Developing business leads for Idaho companies interested in Latin America
  • Responding to business-related questions from Idaho companies, universities and partners regarding Mexico
  • Interpreting and arranging appointments for visiting Idaho organizations and individuals
  • Aiding in the organization of trade events and commercial missions

2010 INTERNSHIP PERIODS                                  

    January - April/May                                       
    May/June - August                                       
    September - December                             

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Junior/Senior class standing or recent university graduate
  • Proficient in Spanish
  • International Business, International Studies, Spanish majors or a related field of study

Application Requirements:
  • Resumé of relevant work, academic, volunteer, extracurricular or other experience
  • Cover letter detailing the reasons for wanting to participate in this program
  • Two letters of recommendation (if submitting by e-mail, submit signed, scanned copies - preferred)

TO APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP POSITION, e-mail or mail these materials to:

Anjuli Waybright - International Trade Analyst & Diplomatic Affairs
International Business Division
Idaho Department of Commerce
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0093
Phone: (208) 334-2650 ext. 2160
Fax: (208) 334-2783
Email: Anjuli.Waybright@commerce.idaho.gov