About the role#
The International Trade Intern will support the International Trade department with various projects and tasks related to import and export operations and United States trade compliance.
What you'll do#
- Audit transactions related to import, export, and USMCA.
- Assist with USMCA solicitation, qualification, certification, and record-keeping.
- Manage record retention for USMCA documents, Certificates of Origin, Customs entries, and export checks.
- Analyze import and export data using various software components.
- Perform screening for export compliance and license analysis.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year accredited college or university, or a Bachelor’s degree received within the last year.
- Preferred majors include International Business, International Relations, or Business Administration.
- Minimum GPA of 2.75.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Strong attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Duncan, South Carolina.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Benefits: Corporate housing is available for non-local students, and a gas stipend is provided for students commuting more than 50 miles.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About AFL
AFL manufactures fiber optic cables, hardware, and test equipment for the energy, data center, and broadband markets. The company provides infrastructure solutions to customers in over 130 countries. It operates manufacturing facilities across the globe to support power grid and network modernization. Based in Duncan, South Carolina, the company employs approximately 3,696 people.
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