Global Engagement Intern

Global Engagement Intern

Jump-start a career in international relations, non-profit management, and global business! Internships at the World Trade Center Institute offer unique, hands-on experience and unparalleled networking opportunities. As a Global Engagement intern, you will gain insight into the world of public diplomacy, learn from industry leaders, and get to know about the local professional and business community. Interns support WTCI's events and get a chance to practice valuable networking skills. Some of our best interns go on to full-time positions with many of our members and partners – some of Maryland's most prestigious institutions.

WTCI's Global Engagement team is currently seeking one intern for both the fall and spring semesters. The internship will begin on August 24, 2026 and end May 28, 2027. It is expected that the intern will be available to complete the entire internship period.

The Global Engagement Intern will:

• Support the design and execution of professional and cultural programming for visiting delegations of foreign professionals;
• Escort visiting foreign delegations to meetings with local experts and cultural activities;
• Support the project proposal process by conducting research on Maryland companies, industries, and more;
• Assist with creating social media posts;
• Utilize and maintain records in client management database, Salesforce:
• Other miscellaneous duties, as needed.

Skills and qualifications needed:

• Interested in working with foreign professionals and learning about foreign cultures and affairs
• Proactive and professional attitude
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Dependability and reliability
• Comfortable working in a small hybrid-team environment
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to complete assignments on time
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365)
• Must be able to work independently

How does it work?

WTCI's Global Engagement team is currently seeking one intern for both the fall and spring semesters. The internship will begin on August 24, 2026, and end May 28, 2027. It is expected that the intern will be available to complete the entire internship period.

Interns are expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week during standard business hours, with one day per week in the office and/or in the field with a delegation. Attendance at WTCI events and an ability to assist in-person with visiting foreign delegates is required. Interns receive a stipend depending on the semester in which the internship takes place. These stipends are listed below.

Fall Semester - $3,000

Spring Semester - $4,000

Summer Semester - $2,000

Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. This internship is not suitable for high school students or individuals with too much labor market experience.

Dates for the Internship:

Fall: August 24, 2026 - December 11, 2026

Spring: January 25, 2027 – May 28 14, 2027

Summer: June 21, 2027 – August 20, 2027

Other Benefits:

– College Credit – Mentorship – Professional references upon good performance – Unique networking opportunities – Participation in all WTCI events – Interaction with business executives and foreign diplomats – Access to the Top of the World Observation level

The Application Process:

Intern Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and answer the questions below via the application. The cover letter should clearly state the position the applicant is applying for, the semester of interest, the approximate date on which he/she would be available to begin work, if selected and why you would be a good fit for the position desired.

Internships at WTCI are quite competitive. The top three to five applicants will be invited for an interview by each manager in charge of the different departments. Each manager might interview at different times, so there is no set interview week. After the interviews, WTCI will notify all candidates of the selection decision.