Global Business Development Intern

Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina Department of Commerce is seeking an Intern for the fall to join our Global Business Development Division who is detail-orientated, resourceful, organized, self-motivated and has experience using Microsoft Office with event planning skills, business experience, or experience in a related industry is a plus.

The South Carolina Department of Commerce promotes economic opportunity for individuals and businesses. From assisting with the location of new companies within the state, offering grants for community development and infrastructure improvement, to supporting existing industry, the Department of Commerce is here to help new and existing businesses grow.

As an intern, you will get to work with a variety of our staff, while working on real projects that impact our state. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, creative, and flexible, with a passion for economic development and marketing our state. The candidate also needs to dress in business casual attire daily and be prepared to work in a professional, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities Include

• Assisting staff with presentations for clients
• Participating in team meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Researching, identifying and compiling prospective companies and decision makers in targeted locations and industries around the world
• Assisting with lead generation to track interest in South Carolina as a business destination while marketing the state
• Input information and maintaining Department of Commerce's Customer Relationship Management database
• Assist with events, trade missions and trade shows by facilitating logistics, preparing marketing materials, etc.
• Conduct research for international companies located within South Carolina as needed
• Assist with trade activities and events as needed
  
  

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Additional Comments

Position does not include benefits.