Intern - International Trade (French/Dutch) / Stage - Internationale Handel

ENGLISH VERSION

(NEDERLANDSE VERSIE ONDERAAN)

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Key Details at a Glance

• Location: The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
• Format: In-person (with limited, case-by-case flexibility for remote work)
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Latest possible start date: March 2 (minor exceptions may be considered)
• Duration: Minimum 6 months (or longer)
• Expected period: February – August (depending on your start date)
• Application deadline: February 22 (rolling review; may close early if we find the right profile)

IMPORTANT: Please follow the instruction on how to apply at the bottom of this vacancy under "HOW TO APPLY".

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About ITIA

The International Trade and Investment Agency (ITIA) supports companies in expanding internationally by entering new markets through business matchmaking, market research, trade missions and outreach campaigns. We also support governments, cities, countries, and regions in strengthening their international engagement by promoting attracting foreign investment (FDI), representing these regions in-country, and building long-term relationships with international stakeholders. ITIA works with public and private sector organizations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Our core services include:

• Investment Attraction
• Business Development & Matchmaking
• Market research
• Trade missions & Events

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What We Offer

• Hands-on experience in international trade, FDI, market entry, sector research, lead generation, and client acquisition
• Exposure to international stakeholders and global business networks
• A collaborative, multicultural working environment
• Opportunities to attend international events, trade shows, and strategic advisory board meetings

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Compensation (French and/or Dutch Native)

• €300/month compensation
• Applies to candidates who are native or highly fluent/professional-level in French and/or Dutch

Performance-based commission opportunities (for all interns):

• 5% of total contract value if you originate a client contract
• 10% if you also help secure the contract
• 15–20% (or more in certain exceptions) if you contribute to project execution
• 35% (or more in certain exceptions) for direct involvement in projects for existing clients

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The Position

As an Intern – International Trade & Investment, you will work across ITIA’s service lines. Based on current client priorities, your work will primarily support our Investment Attraction and Business Development & Matchmaking services (as outlined on our website).

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Your responsibilities may include:

• Market research on international business trends, trade policies, and FDI opportunities
• Supporting investment attraction projects by identifying and engaging companies, investors, and stakeholders
• Outreach, lead generation, and B2B matchmaking activities
• Supporting economic diplomacy efforts with public and private partners
• Contributing to reports and presentations on trade and investment topics
• Working in a multilingual, multicultural environment and attending international events

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Career Progression & Learning

• From day one, you are a full member of the team with room to take initiative and make a real impact
• Responsibilities increase gradually, allowing you to build professional skills quickly that are transferrable to the job market
• Through mentorship and guidance, you will learn how to engage with clients and support or lead project work
• This internship provides practical, job-ready experience that can support a future role at ITIA/a partner of ITIA, careers in international business, trade, (economic) diplomacy, and FDI

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Alternative Internship Track (Part-time, Unpaid)

Candidates who do not speak/write French or Dutch at a native or professional level may apply under an alternative track.

For these applicants:

• Part-time (minimum 3–4 days per week)
• Unpaid
• Duration: ideally 6 months or more; minimum commitment: 4 months
• English professional working proficiency is a hard requirement
• Strong motivation and interest in international trade and investment are essential

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Who You Are

• Motivated and eager to learn (prior experience appreciated but not required)
• Internationally oriented, with interest in global markets, international affairs, business development, and trade relations
• Curious, proactive, and comfortable taking on new challenges
• Pursuing or have completed an HBO/Bachelor/Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Comfortable taking responsibility, working autonomously, and contributing from an early stage
• Organized and willing to support onboarding of future interns

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Preferred Profile

We review applications holistically, but priority will generally be given to candidates who match most of the following:

• Ability to start immediately (even part-time initially), with March 2 as the latest possible start date
• Availability to commit 5 days per week for 6 months or longer (especially for the compensated role)
• Internship required as part of studies (ECTS / study credits)
• Already based in the Netherlands (ideally The Hague) or able to relocate quickly at own initiative
• Strong startup mindset: proactive, disciplined, comfortable working independently, comfortable reaching out to prospects/clients/partners (externally) and communicates clearly/reaches out proactviely when blocked on a task (internally)

Important: Not meeting all of the above does not mean you won’t be selected. We have hired interns in the past who did not meet every criterion. Final decisions depend on overall fit, motivation, and the strength of the applicant pool.

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Application Timeline

• Deadline: February 22
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis
• If the right profile is found early, the February–August vacancy may close before the deadline
• If the February–August timeframe does not work for you, you are still welcome to email us to be considered for future internship intakes

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HOW TO APPLY

Please send:

• Your CV
• A short motivation (can be included in the email body)

📩 Email to: info@itiaglobal.com

📩 CC: vlad.turko@itiaglobal.com

Subject: “Intern – International Trade and Investment [Your Name] – ITIA”

For questions, contact: sarah.marquis@itiaglobal.com

Website: www.itiaglobal.com

We look forward to hearing from you.

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NEDERLANDSE VERSIE

Belangrijkste details in één oogopslag

• Locatie: Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, Nederland
• Werkvorm: Op locatie (beperkte, case-by-case flexibiliteit voor remote)
• Startdatum: Zo snel mogelijk | Uiterste startdatum: 2 maart (kleine uitzonderingen mogelijk)
• Duur: Minimaal 6 maanden (of langer) | Periode: februari – augustus (afhankelijk van startdatum)
• Sollicitatiedeadline: 22 februari (doorlopende beoordeling; kan eerder sluiten bij de juiste match)

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Over ITIA

ITIA ondersteunt bedrijven bij internationale groei (nieuwe markten, FDI-kansen, internationale partnerships). Daarnaast ondersteunen wij overheden, steden en regio’s bij internationale positionering—o.a. door investeringskansen te promoten, buitenlandse investeringen aan te trekken en relaties met internationale stakeholders op te bouwen. Wij werken met publieke en private organisaties in Europa, Noord- en Zuid-Amerika en Azië.

Onze kernactiviteiten:

• Investment Attraction
• Business Development & Matchmaking
• Marktonderzoek
• Handelsmissies & internationale delegaties

Wat wij bieden

Praktische ervaring in internationale handel/FDI, markttoetreding, leadgeneratie en acquisitie, binnen een multiculturele omgeving met exposure aan internationale stakeholders en events.

Vergoeding (Nederlandstalige en/of Franstalige native)

• €300/maand - voor kandidaten met native of zeer vloeiend/professioneel niveau Nederlands en/of Frans)

Commissiemogelijkheden (voor alle stagiairs):

• 5% bij het aanbrengen van een klantcontract
• 10% als je ook helpt het contract te sluiten
• 15–20% (of meer in uitzonderingen) bij directe bijdrage aan projectuitvoering
• 35% (of meer in uitzonderingen) op de commissie die ITIA direct verdient op klantencontracten waarbij de stagiair direct betrokken is geweest bij het behalen van de commissie

De functie

Je werkt mee binnen de service lines van ITIA. Op basis van klantprioriteiten ligt je focus vooral op Investment Attraction en Business Development & Matchmaking (zoals op onze website).

Mogelijke werkzaamheden:

• Marktonderzoek (trends, handelsbeleid, FDI-kansen)
• Identificeren/benaderen van bedrijven, investeerders en stakeholders
• Outreach, leadgeneratie en B2B matchmaking
• Bijdragen aan rapporten/presentaties en ondersteuning van (economische) diplomatie
• Deelname aan internationale meetings/events

Alternatieve stage (parttime, onbetaald)

Voor kandidaten die niet op native of professioneel niveau Frans/Nederlands spreken én schrijven:

• Parttime (minimaal 3–4 dagen p/w) | Onbetaald
• Duur: idealiter 6+ maanden; minimum 4 maanden
• Engels op professioneel werk-niveau is een harde eis
• Sterke motivatie en interesse in internationale handel/investeringen is essentieel

Wie jij bent

Gemotiveerd, leergierig en internationaal georiënteerd (ervaring is een plus, niet vereist). Je volgt/hebt afgerond HBO/Bachelor/Master, werkt graag zelfstandig, neemt verantwoordelijkheid en bent proactief.

Voorkeursprofiel (prioriteit in selectie)

We beoordelen holistisch, maar prioriteit gaat doorgaans naar kandidaten die op de meeste punten matchen:

• Snel starten (desnoods eerst parttime), met 2 maart als uiterste startdatum
• 5 dagen per week beschikbaar voor 6 maanden of langer (zeker voor de betaalde rol)
• Stage is vereist vanuit studie (ECTS/studiepunten)
• Woonachtig in NL (bij voorkeur Den Haag) of bereid snel te verhuizen op eigen initiatief
• Startup-mentaliteit: proactief, zelfstandig, en contact opnemen als je vastloopt op een taak

Belangrijk: Niet aan alles voldoen betekent niet dat je niet geselecteerd kunt worden—dit hangt af van fit, motivatie en het kandidatenveld.

Sollicitatieproces & timing

• Deadline: 22 februari (rolling review; kan eerder sluiten)
• Past februari–augustus niet? Mail ons gerust voor toekomstige stageperiodes.

Solliciteren

Stuur je CV + korte motivatie (mag in de mailtekst) naar:

📩 info@itiaglobal.com

| 📩 CC: vlad.turko@itiaglobal.com

Onderwerp: “Intern – International Trade and Investment [Jouw naam] – ITIA”

Vragen? sarah.marquis@itiaglobal.com

| Website: www.itiaglobal.com