Consulting, Government Projects and Trade Missions Internship (Start Date: January 2027)
About The Position
The German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest (GACC Midwest) is seeking interns for its Consulting department, specifically within the Government Project and Trade Missions Team. This team facilitates technological and business knowledge exchanges between industry experts, policymakers, and academia in Germany and the US through various industry events and initiatives. Interns will gain experience in a bilingual and bicultural environment, supporting the promotion and assistance of bilateral trade and investment between Germany and the United States. The internship is based in the GACC Midwest office in downtown Chicago and offers a monthly compensation of $3000 for a duration of 9-12 months, starting in January 2027. Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Chicago Area.
Requirements
- High-level proficiency in the English language.
- Strong research and communication skills (verbal and written) with attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
- Strong understanding of fundamental business concepts.
- Strong interest in learning more about new technology and its applications and a desire to assist in promoting these new technologies in the U.S. market.
- A great interest in working with an international team and a high level of motivation to help GACC Midwest accomplish its mission.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced German language skills a plus.
Responsibilities
- Support with project management, planning, and implementing both virtual & in-person business delegation programs fostering German American collaboration in industries such as advanced manufacturing, automotive, agtech, renewable energy und sustainability.
- Participate in event and conference planning and implementation for the delegations.
- Research & identification of and outreach to potential business partners in the US (sales and distribution partners, potential clients, network partners etc.) as well as coordination and facilitation of B2B meetings.
- Primary and secondary research to gather market insights for client companies.
- Aid in the research, writing and potential publication of market analyses.
- Support in answering initial inquiries from German companies on topics such as import and export regulations and product certification in the US as well as general questions on US market entry as part of the public function of the German American Chamber of Commerce.
Benefits
- Opportunity to gain work experience in a bilingual and bicultural environment.
- Support from colleagues to understand intercultural differences and nuances.
- Networking opportunities with key members of GACC Midwest's extensive membership base.
- Complimentary German lessons offered by the Goethe Institute.
- Access to a fitness center with free classes.
- Access to general community events planned by building staff.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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