UTSA SBDC International Trade Center: Market Research Intern

Students Plus Startups

San Antonio, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Customer Support/Service, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Import/Export, International Business, Library Databases, Market Research, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Small Business, Spanish Language, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
San Antonio, Texas
POSTED
19 days ago
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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
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market research that support client advising sessions and help small businesses make strategic decisions to compete globally.
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Position Details:<\/b>
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 Ideal Candidates: Graduate students and high performing undergraduates majoring in
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International Business, Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship / Small Business, Marketing or related fields.
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Desired Skills & Qualifications<\/b>
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 Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and evaluate data
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 Detail -oriented, resourceful, and effective at solving problems independently
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 Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
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 Persistent, patient, and thorough researcher
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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 Ability to conduct highquality market and industry research and provide clear insights
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 Customer service experience preferred
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 Team -oriented mindset and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
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 Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
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 Internet -savvy with strong digital research skills
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 Familiarity with UTSA Library databases is a plus
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 Spanish bilingual skills (reading, writing, and speaking) highly desired but not required
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 Genuine interest in international trade, global markets, and cross -cultural business
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Key Job Duties<\/b>
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 Support the Center’s mission to help small businesses succeed in global markets
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 Collect, analyze, and summarize international market research according to Advisor requests; advisors will use your research to guide client engagements
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 Provide clients with timely, relevant, and high quality industry and market intelligence
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 Utilize university and external databases, including PIERS, Kompass, World Trade Atlas, Datamyne, Euromonitor, IBISWorld, and ReferenceUSA
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 Support special projects, trade initiatives, and training events within the Texas–Southwest SBDC Network
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 Contribute to project work aligned with your strengths, interests, and career goals
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Professional Development Objectives
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 Build practical skills in international trade, export readiness, and market assessment
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 Expand your professional network across industry, government, and the SBDC system
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 Participate in trade seminars, workshops, and conferences
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 Gain experience working in a multicultural, fast paced, and mission driven team environment
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Contact: Janette Riddell<\/span><\/span>
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Janette.riddell@utsa.edu

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