Intern in Foreign Agricultural Service / Praktikant*In in Agrarwissenschaften

Company Description

The U.S. Mission in Germany is one of the largest U.S. Diplomatic Missions in the world, due in large to its vital geographical situation, its political, and commercial importance in Europe. The U.S. Mission comprises the Embassy in Berlin and five consulates in Frankfurt, Munich, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, and Leipzig. We at the U.S. Department of State value a culture of equal opportunity in our teams and throughout our work. We are curious, passionate, collaborative, and sincere. Our daily efforts contribute to the support of the German-American partnership, making amazing things happen.

Further information on: https://de.usembassy.gov/local-internships/ - Please make sure to read all requirements on our website prior to submitting your application

Application via: employment-germany@state.gov

Responsibilities

Interested in international (agricultural) trade or marketing food and beverage products? Become a culinary diplomat with the Foreign Agricultural Service! The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service Office in Berlin seeks an intern to assist us in promoting U.S. agricultural products in Germany. Examples of duties and projects include writing reports on issues relevant to FAS’ work; generating content for social media; supporting the implementation of trade shows and marketing events; conducting trade policy and market analysis; learning how FAS generates production, supply and demand estimate for agricultural products in the European Union; and much more. A portfolio will be assigned based on the knowledge and skills you will bring to the position. You will administratively support these efforts as well as gaining substantive professional experience.

Qualifications

You are currently actively enrolled (not on leave semester) in a German university in the area of Agriculture, Economics, International Affairs, Marketing, Communications, American Studies or similar subjects. No experience required; however, public sector and customer service experience are considered a plus.

Please check our website: https://de.usembassy.gov/local-internships/ for further details on eligibility before applying.

What we offer

Please note that this is an uncompensated internship. We offer an excellent international environment, public holidays – both German and U.S. holidays. More information can be found on our website.

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