Main purpose of job:

The successful candidate will provide commercial and administrative support to the various sectors within the Business and Trade Department of the British Consulate in Monterrey and the British Embassy in Mexico City. The jobholder will report to His Majesty’s Consul General in Monterrey and support the day-to-day operations of the commercial team based at the British Embassy in Mexico City and Consulate in Guadalajara.

The successful candidate will support British commercial interests in northern Mexico and promote cross-sector collaboration with trade and investment activities, support and develop relationships with UK and Mexican companies and deliver an effective programme of activities focused on highlighting UK expertise across several sectors. The successful candidate will also undertake research and support both face-to-face events in Monterrey and virtual in Mexico City and Guadalajara.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in in a fast-paced, multicultural, and fascinating environment. We are looking for someone who is open to innovative ideas and ways of working, able to work with constantly changing priorities and manage a full workload in a diverse team.

Essential on arrival:

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate programme or recently graduated (e.g. International Relations, Economics, Administration, International Business, Engineering on relevant field, etc.).
• Availability to start their internship on the proposed date (Successful candidate will start the role by August 2025 or as soon as possible).
• Proactive team player with strong inter-personal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to work effectively and deliver results.
• High-level of competence in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Candidates must possess advanced written, communication and research skills.