Internship training at EuCham - European Chamber

Activities

The internship training includes working in different fields at the same time, getting experience mostly in project management, event organization, marketing, PR and environmental studies. Participation in legal, franchising and international coordination projects is also possible according to relevant studies/experience/interest. Once being selected for the limited number of internship positions, the intern may have the possibility of participating in various international projects, such as GREENWILL, a global initiative which aims to foster a culture of sustainability and sharing of good practices for organizations, thus to set the framework for a coherent long-term sustainable development. Full-time networking is a key factor of EuCham internships, therefore very strong communication and social skills are required. Interns are expected to be proactive and have initiatives while working both independently as well as members of a team.

Responsibilities may include

• Project coordination (international arbitration framework, business incubation, international funding, sustainability, etc.)
• Meetings and seminars
• Presentations and reports 
• Legal research
• Social media management 
• Personal assistance to the management of the institution
• General case management

In what kind of activities can an intern get involved during the internship?

A typical internship at EuCham combines several of the following fields, according to relevant studies, interest and successful involvement.

• Researcher in the Research Department: carrying out studies on socio-economic and macroeconomic data, qualitative and quantitative measurements and comparisons, publication of the results, dissemination and promotion of the published researches
• Marketing development for EuCham institutional activities: development of advanced webmarketing activities, including social media utilization; development of PR activities, integration of web-based PR opportunities; promotion through campaigns; creative activity for advertising and direct mailing; website management; promotion through new channels (affiliates, etc.)
• Business Ethics Institute formation
• International development and coordination
• Legal: local and international legal matters coordination
• Legal: international arbitration and conciliation
• Accounting (local and/or international)
• IT and webmaster (development on CMS platforms, integration of webservices and CRM and marketing services, website development, macOS and Windows integration, blockchain)
• Events organization: regular and special events management, support and promotion
• HR (human resources): recruiting, evaluation, managing; development and training courses
• PR & press and communication: press releases and briefings, newsletters, speechwriting, maintaining press archive and contact database, CRM, supporting of organisation of events, following and reporting on the institutions’ activities, communication strategies
• Graphic design (elaboration of promotional material for EuCham activities); newsletters, brochures, website; collaboration with graphic studios

Benefits

The aim of the internship training is that the intern receives a learning experience that strongly enhances career possibilities. Trainees at EuCham develop skills in organizational, marketing, legal and environmental fields, by experiencing the advantages offered by the broad cultural diversity and international environment that is characterizing the chamber. Participation in projects will also enable to learn creating a global green policy framework for organizations all over the world. In addition, trainees will be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight in cross-border business processes, to work in a professional environment and to network with business professionals from all fields.

Conditions

EuCham internships take place in Budapest, Hungary and are expected to be carried out on a full-time basis. The minimum period for internships is 6 months, while 12-months internships are most welcome.
EuCham does not pay for internships. All costs associated with travel and accommodation are the responsibilities of the sponsoring institution or the intern himself. Interns are also responsible for obtaining their own medical insurance and visas for Hungary, if needed. Undergoing an internship does not constitute any commitment for future employment at EuCham.