Trade Compliance Intern

The New Era Internship Program is a disruptive & diverse opportunity that delivers an elite & authentic experience for students. The program provides meaningful & impactful work that will add real value to our strategic initiatives. New Era Interns will be geared up to become the best version of themselves & learn how to become progressive in whichever career path they choose.

Summer 2025 Internship Snapshot

• The Internship program is a full-time (40 hours) paid opportunity running from May 21 - August 13, 2025
• In addition to your projects and tasks, New Era Interns will experience:
  • Community Service Day
  • Team Building Day
  • Professional Development (Learning Sessions, Resume Review, Career Pathing Sessions, Mock Interviews)
  • End of Internship Group Celebration (After you crush the internship, let's celebrate)

The Opportunity at Hand

The role of the Trade Compliance Department Intern is an integral member of the Trade team adding value through assisting with:

Projects & Tasks

• Learn about Trade Compliance as a profession/career path
• Participate in functional meetings with internal/external customers and brokers
• Assist with daily tasks
• Collaborate with different departments per TC issues
• Support manager and specialist on different functions and projects
• Contribute to user-friendly, clear, and concise reference materials that support business and compliance requirements
• Develop reports as needed
• Research and analyze specific data to include but not limited to HTS code, Customs Regulations internationally and domestically
• Maintain records for period determined by Trade Compliance Regulations
• Update HTS code database as needed
• Keep all sensitive matters confidential
• Other projects as assigned

What you will need to make an impact

• Strong computer skills required including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and the ability to learn and utilize new systems as needed
• Attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to establish relationships and interact with various levels within the organization
• Proven verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally via phone, email and in person
• Strong interpersonal and persuasion skills required
• Ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances by being flexible and execute accordingly
• Ability to innovate and enhance existing solutions
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and positive person who manages change with urgency and persistence

Education and Experience

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program within a Business related field and Supply Chain

New Era Cap, LLC. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in inclusion and does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

This role is 100% in-person and requires on-site attendance five days a week at our Headquarters building located in downtown Buffalo. The hourly rate for this posted position is $17/hr. and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Compensation is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.

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