About the Organization

Amcham's Vision

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To be the preferred private sector business organisation for the stimulation of free and fair trade and investment within the Americas and the Caribbean.

AmCham's Mission

AmCham will add value to our member companies within the following key focus areas:

1. Enhancement of Competitiveness

2. Generation of new business and market access for services/goods

3. Influence on policies and legislation

4. Transfer of Knowledge

5. Contribution to Sustainable Development

In this context, AmCham Trinidad & Tobago will serve the needs and represent the interests of its members.

Our strong mix of formidable local and international member companies; strong networking links; close association with the U.S. Embassy; alliances with the Association of American Chambers of Commerce in Latin America (AACCLA) and the Chambers of Commerce of the United States of America (COCUSA); all ensure rapid access to what you need to compete effectively both locally and in overseas markets. We can therefore secure for members strategic information on doing business in a particular country; as well as set up introductions to the right business organisations or companies in the US and throughout the western hemisphere.

Job Description

Assist in organizing and supporting members working in trade environment, tourism, industrial development, education, & labor relations; organizing seminars; publishing information on trade, exporting markets, & logistics in Trinidad & Tobago. Interns will have opportunities to participate in committee meetings and trade-related events and conferences. Interns can also expect to help out, as needed, with basic office, phone and computer tasks.

# of Positions per term

1

Start Dates

any academic term/semester

Duration of Internship

3-6 Months

Academic Background

International trade, international business, economics, finance, business administration or related major

Skills/Experience

Computer Skills- Word, Excel, Powerpoint; Study of hemispheric trade issues preferred

Language Ability

English

Other Requirements

Strong ability to work as a member of a team and serve as a team leader if the need arises.

Total costs vary depending on how long you plan to be abroad, where you will be living, your personal spending habits, and current exchange rates. The following estimates will give you a ballpark figure for this internship. Get help with the math from our handy Cost Calculator.

IE₃ Program Fee

The program fee for the first term of any internship is $2,750 - $2,950. You do not pay tuition in addition to the program fee. Visit your University's IE₃ page for details, costs for additional terms, and campus administrative fees.

Estimated One-Time Expenses

Expense Type	Price
International Travel	$800-$1500
Visa Fees
Recommended Immunizations

*See Additional Cost Information below.

Estimated Monthly Expenses

Expense Type	Price/month
Housing	$300-$500
Food	$150-$200
Local Transportation	$50
Recreation	$75
Personal Expenses	$75

Compensation

None.

Additional Expense Information

Budget a total of approximately $700 per month, including room, board, local travel, incidentals, and recreation. AMCHAM will help intern find reasonably priced room and board. Prices range from $200-$350 per month.

The American Chamber of Commerce (Amcham) is located in Port of Spain, Trinidad in the West Indies of the Caribbean. There is a strong investment climate and this is a great place to learn about international trade and business.

Trinidad & Tobago is well known for its food, beaches, marine life, and Carnival celebrations. The Steel Pan is the only musical instrument developed in the 21st century, and this was developed in Trinidad and Tobago. Hence, the reason for being called, not only the land of the Humming Bird, Limbo and Calypso, but also the land of the Steelband.

Trinidad & Tobago tourism information

www.amchamtt.com

Reports from previous interns:

Lucas Wright-Moore mid-internship report

Julie's final report