Email to: office.seoul@trade.gov Deadline: Feb 28, 2019
Welcome!
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commercial Service) located in the U.S. Embassy, Seoul has for more than 10 years conducted one of Korea’s most successful internship programs. To date, we have hosted over 200 interns.
Our program is designed for students who are either U.S. or non-U.S. citizens. At this time, we are selecting only U.S. citizens. The program benefits both the embassy and students by providing the students with valuable educational experience in U.S. Missions and by assisting posts in accomplishing their mission goals.
No compensation or benefits are offered in connection with program, but we do provide a meaningful, constructive, positive working environment that will assist you as you prepare for professional employment.
We hope that you will consider submitting an application.
Sincerely yours, Commercial Service/U.S. Department of Commerce U.S. Embassy, Seoul, South Korea
Qualifications:
Remuneration: This position is voluntary and unpaid.
2019 Summer Internship Period: May – August 2019, but flexible, not limited to the period
Your Application Packet Should Contain
Please send the above information and introductory cover letter via email to: Intern Coordinator Email: Office.Seoul@trade.gov Deadline: Feb 28, 2019
Benefits of an Internship with CS Korea
What You Will Learn
Comments from Previous Interns
The following are comments from previous interns about their internship experience with the U.S. Commercial Service in Korea:
“When you hear the word ‘intern’ what comes to your mind first? A person scurrying for coffee and papers? Or a person chasing after constant telephone rings and facing battles with an old copy machine? If you find yourself worrying about managing all those tedious chores, you are more than welcome to dispel such ideas once you set foot in the U.S. Commercial Service Korea. Here you will be involved in a host of eye-widening experiences. You will be exposed to a world of researching, composing reports, preparing for meetings from beginning to end, and networking with not only officers and interns within the Embassy but also business people from both Korean and American firms. When you leave the Embassy, don’t get too overwhelmed by how much you have grown up!” – Kim, Mi Rae/ Yonsei University/ Intern, Winter 2010 – Spring 2011
“If you are seeking to broaden your views and perspectives in the ‘real business world’, I can tell you that this internship will present you with the complete guide to embarking on your future career. You will be put in charge of so many different tasks ranging from producing marketing materials to drafting market feasibility reports that will eventually be viewed by high-profile business people. As a CS Korea intern, I can assure you that there will never be a dull moment as you will learn how to efficiently multitask and prioritize your given tasks under the guidance of the Commercial Specialist.
I am very proud of the fact that my small contribution and commitment have created some positive outcomes for both Korea and U.S. businesses; no doubt you will learn and do the same once you join CS Korea as an intern. Jo, Yu Jin / Busan University of Foreign Studies / Intern, Winter – Spring 2012
Here, unlike other internship programs, I could get involved in a variety of projects and events with more responsibility and freedom. I was fortunate to have had an opportunity to contribute to a state trade mission by working closely with my specialist, designing the whole process of the meetings, preparing market research for seven different US companies, and participating in conference calls to narrow down their business goals. The most challenging part for me was to engage in the project as a real professional at the forefront of trade between two countries, but I have overcome all challenges with self-confidence and pride.
As a college senior, I had never thought about meeting the President of the United States in person. I had never thought about exchanging my name card with the representatives from different states. I had never thought about participating in meetings with high level people from a number of companies. The U.S. Commercial Service made it all happen. For the last six months, my days were filled with many colorful experiences and memorable lessons. I have learned what to expect in a real business world, and I have learned to put theories into practice. Now I work with broader perspective and see things from different angles. – Lee, Ji Hoon, Hanyang University – 2012 Spring-Summer Internship
Summer-Fall 2014 / Joan Kim, Senior / Ewha Womans University
My 6 months in CS Korea, U.S. Embassy was a very long and worthwhile period full of real professional experience. As an intern of CS Korea, I had chances to prepare and participate in numerous business meetings and all the events followed by the visit of the Secretary of Commerce. Those experiences were very challenging at the moment but were truly a special opportunity that I would have never experienced in any other internships. I am very thankful for all the opportunities and duties that I had as an intern in U.S. Embassy, and I am certain that this internship will have impact in my life for the next 60 years, as it was mentioned in the recruitment.
Summer-Fall 2014 / Sin-Ye Sung, Senior / Seoul National University
Closely working with the energy specialist for six months, I was imbued with not only comprehensive knowledge on energy sector, but also valuable work ethics, a sense of responsibility, and genuine interest in the particular area. I vividly recall the moment when about 40 business meetings with executive members of both US and Korean energy companies were held in just two days during the Trade Mission with Secretary Penny Pritzker. Without the challenge, I would still be uncertain on how to concentrate my time, energy and insights to achieve certain important tasks. Moreover, every single workday was spent with nine other interns filling the office, albeit in different sectors. Getting to know and cherish each other was certainly one of the most amazing parts of this internship as most sincere appreciation, encouragement, and love came from such relationships. After the six months of internship, I am now delineating my future plans as a better experienced person.
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