Job description
The UTSA SBDC International Trade Center is seeking a motivated Part-Time International Market Researcher to support local small businesses in developing and expanding their export and import operations. This position offers exceptional professional development and hands-on experience in international trade, market intelligence, and global business management. In this role, you will work closely with Senior International Business Advisors to gather, analyze, and synthesize international
market research that support client advising sessions and help small businesses make strategic decisions to compete globally.
Position Details:
Ideal Candidates: Graduate students and high performing undergraduates majoring in
International Business, Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship / Small Business, Marketing or related fields.
Desired Skills & Qualifications
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and evaluate data
Detail-oriented, resourceful, and effective at solving problems independently
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Persistent, patient, and thorough researcher
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to conduct highquality market and industry research and provide clear insights
Customer service experience preferred
Team-oriented mindset and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Internet-savvy with strong digital research skills
Familiarity with UTSA Library databases is a plus
Spanish bilingual skills (reading, writing, and speaking) highly desired but not required
Genuine interest in international trade, global markets, and cross-cultural business
Key Job Duties
Support the Center’s mission to help small businesses succeed in global markets
Collect, analyze, and summarize international market research according to Advisor requests; advisors will use your research to guide client engagements
Provide clients with timely, relevant, and high quality industry and market intelligence
Utilize university and external databases, including PIERS, Kompass, World Trade Atlas, Datamyne, Euromonitor, IBISWorld, and ReferenceUSA
Support special projects, trade initiatives, and training events within the Texas–Southwest SBDC Network
Contribute to project work aligned with your strengths, interests, and career goals
Professional Development Objectives
Build practical skills in international trade, export readiness, and market assessment
Expand your professional network across industry, government, and the SBDC system
Participate in trade seminars, workshops, and conferences
Gain experience working in a multicultural, fast paced, and mission driven team environment
Requirements
Contact: Janette Riddell
Associate Regional Director
SBDC International Trade Center