Overview

The US-ASEAN Business Council is the premier advocacy organization for U.S. corporations operating within the dynamic Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), serving as the leading voice of the U.S. private sector in promoting mutually beneficial trade and investment relationships between the United States and Southeast Asia. The Council is the only U.S.-based organization recognized in the ASEAN charter as a supporting organization of ASEAN. The Council's members include more than 180 of the most successful and innovative corporations in the world, including Apple, Boeing, Citi, The Coca-Cola Company, Google, and Microsoft. Combined, these 180+ companies generate over $9 trillion in revenue and employ more than 13 million people worldwide.

Cradled between China, India and Australia, ASEAN is the third-largest economy in the Indo-Pacific and the fifth largest in the world with a GDP of $2.8 trillion and a population of 650 million. As a critical hub for global trade, more than $3.4 trillion in global trade transits through ASEAN each year. ASEAN has also attracted more U.S. investment than any other destination in the whole of Indo-Pacific, receiving almost $329 billion in investment, more than the United States has directed to China, India, Japan, and South Korea combined. By 2030, ASEAN’s digital economy is expected to reach at least $1 trillion, with the potential to double due to AI and the development of the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement.

Internship Duties and Learning Outcomes

The Council’s IT Internship Program offers hands-on experience in supporting day-to-day IT functions and assisting with operational projects of an international trade organization. The IT Intern collaborates directly with the IT and Operations teams to undertake substantive work related to IT documentation, maintenance, and day-to-day support. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, proactive, and passionate about technology.

IT Internship Duties:

• Assist with monitoring and maintaining IT systems
• Support helpdesk operations by responding to user requests and troubleshooting hardware/software issues
• Participate in system updates, patch management, and routine maintenance tasks
• Document IT procedures, configurations, and support resolutions
• Help manage inventory of IT assets and equipment
• Collaborate with team members on IT projects and initiatives
• Ensure compliance with IT policies and security protocols

Internship Stipend

Small transportation stipend (Washington, D.C. public transportation) (optional)

Qualifications

Required

• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Undergraduate candidates must at least be a junior or senior
• Basic understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows/MacOS), and hardware components
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and common productivity tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work 20-30 hours per week. Hybrid availability is required
• Ability to work legally in the United States (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or Qualifying Asylee/Refugee)

• Experience with ticketing systems (Jira)
• Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (PowerShell, Python)

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a professional IT environment

• Mentorship and training from experienced IT professionals

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects

Application Procedures, Deadlines and Internship Periods

To apply to the Council’s IT internship program, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Deadline: Rolling

Preferred Intern Period: early October 2025 through mid-December 2025

Any questions should also be addressed to internships@usasean.org.