Operations & Business Development Intern
“[Having] an international internship experience is simply eye-opening. During the internship, I immersed myself into Japanese culture, working closely with the warm and welcoming staff at AYUSA Japan. This valuable experience has given me a sharp edge in the current job market.”
- Jason, Intrax Intern, UC Berkeley
Host Company:
Intrax Japan
Location:
Dates of Internship:
June 11 - August 3, 2012
Language Level:
0 (No Japanese required)
Internship Description:
Intrax Japan provides a variety of international cultural exchange programs and educational travel opportunities. Since 1985, Intrax has sent more than 100,000 students on educational programs. This position will allow the intern a special opportunity to build a bridge between countries by carrying out a range of marketing and operational responsibilities.
Skill & Experience Required:
Interest in and commitment to international cultural exchange is essential. Intern should also have a cooperative, cheerful personality and good team spirit. Basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point) will also be necessary.
Sample Projects:
The intern will work in both sales and field operations. Sales projects include planning and execution of promotional campaigns and following up on sales leads from different events. Operational projects include on-site support for Ayusa’s Tokyo programs and careful management of participant data.
Benefits for Intern:
The intern will experience a range of functional opportunities in a dynamic, international, and service-focused company. By researching the local consumer market, the intern will gain rich insights into Japanese society and business culture. Specific skills such sales promotion and event organization will also be acquired.
Benefits for Company:
Intrax welcome interns from around the world and values their contribution to the team’s cultural understanding. The intern will be asked to share ideas and opinions to help develop program promotion methods and improve and operational procedures.
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