February 23, 2009 through August 20, 2009

School: University of California, Davis
Major: International Relations and German
E-mail: hrharrison918@gmail.com

During the six months of my internship at the U.S. Commercial Service in Sacramento as an International Trade Assistant, I have gained valuable skills and knowledge that I will be able to take with me and utilize in future professional environments.  Director George Tastard has provided me with valuable guidance and opportunities to gain professional skills and experience in a fast-paced international business environment.  I undertook this internship looking to gain experience in a professional environment, and have subsequently left with the desire to pursue a career in the field of international business. 

This has been a great learning experience, and during this internship I have communicated directly with clients providing market research, I have corresponded with Commercial Service posts abroad, and I have had the opportunity to sit in on conference calls with clients, our overseas counterparts, and Director Tastard, among many other business activities on a day-to-day basis.  I have also had the opportunity to attend the Green California and Summit Exposition Trade Show in Sacramento, and the 12th Annual Consular Corps Luncheon that was held at the University of California, Davis.  This internship has been a great experience, and I have gained valuable experience in a highly professional and competitive field.  I highly recommend this internship to anyone who is looking to gain experience in international business, and in a highly professional environment.