About the host company
The Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce of Washington D.C. (SACC-DC) is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to developing business relations between the United States and Sweden. Since 1989, SACC-DC has offered opportunities to explore and develop mutually beneficial U.S.–Swedish professional opportunities through business and social events. SACC-DC is one of 19 local chambers across the United States, cooperating under the umbrella organization SACC-USA.
Through various initiatives, such as business forums, networking gatherings, social events, and engaging activities, we strive to cater to the diverse needs of our membership base, which includes both businesses and individuals.
Job Description
Would you like to gain hands-on experience in Washington, DC?
The Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce of Washington, D.C. (SACC-DC) is hiring a Marketing / Communication intern to start in the summer of 2025.
The internship is a 12-month, full-time program divided into two phases: six months at SACC-DC and a six-month part-time arrangement shared between the SACC DC office and a SACC DC Member organization. This setup enables the intern to gain extensive experience in both the nonprofit and commercial sectors throughout their year in DC. Previous interns have been placed at companies such as Volvo Cars, AstraZeneca, Axis Communications, SAAB North America, and Skanska.
Phase 2 of the internship is paid, and the intern receives a stipend funded through the Lars Bjarde Fund, which honors the late Lars Bjarde, former VP of SAAB North America and one of the founders of SACC DC.
Washington, D.C., is a vibrant city and international hub. SACC DC works at the intersection of politics and business. It is part of a dynamic team at the House of Sweden on the Georgetown waterfront. The Swedish Embassy, SACC USA, and several Swedish companies share facilities with us.
After finishing their internship at SACC DC, the intern will have acquired practical experience and built a wide network to advance their international careers.
Responsibilities
- Manage our social media accounts, edit communication materials like our monthly newsletter, conduct interviews, and create other content.
- assist in organizing and planning events, including both major flagship programs and smaller luncheons or Speaker’s events.
- Support the Chamber and its members in marketing activities.
- Work closely with the Executive Director and the rest of the office team to plan company visits, program high-ranking official delegation visits, etc.
- manage regular administrative duties.
- Actively engage in communication initiatives and member services and oversee the day-to-day operations of the SACC-DC office.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a university program in a relevant field of study.
- Swedish citizenship or significant connections to Sweden (for U.S. visa purposes).
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in both Swedish and English.
- Experience with design tools like Canva or InDesign.
- Writing experience
- Excellent project management skills
- Capability to take initiative and work independently.
PLEASE NOTE: While candidates are welcome to apply for multiple positions at SACC, it's important to highlight that accepting an offered position and subsequently accepting a second position at SACC is not allowed. Doing so will result in disqualification from both positions.
