About TABS
TABS is an international company headquartered in New York, with offices in Houston, Eindhoven and Madrid. TABS offers a wide range of back office administration services to foreign entities looking to enter the United States market, allowing them to focus on their sales and marketing strategies while TABS helps with navigating the complexities of US laws and regulations. For more information, visit our website at www.tabsinc.com.
Position overview
At the end of the internship, the intern will have gained a deep understanding of international business and market research, while helping shape the business development strategy of TABS. The intern will also be exposed to a diverse team and make valuable connections.
Key responsibilities
Industry analysis & strategic positioning (Part I)
- Map and analyze the primary focus industries of major economic development agencies, trade organizations, financial institutions, and foreign consulates (e.g., RVO, BOM, Rabobank).
- Evaluate internal TABS client industry data alongside macroeconomic trend analysis to pinpoint high-growth sectors expanding into the US.
- Develop data-backed recommendations on which core industries TABS should prioritize for future business development.
Global partner ecosystem mapping
- Collaborate with the Relations and Marketing teams to identify, classify, and map international trade organizations, chambers of commerce, and business support networks per target country.
- Build a structured database of regional partners to strengthen TABS's transatlantic network and joint outreach capabilities.
Geographic & market expansion trends (Part II analysis)
- Conduct comprehensive research into international market-entry trends, identifying countries with the highest levels of US expansion activity.
- Analyze country-specific expansion drivers, regulatory environments, and trade volume patterns.
- Deliver a final strategic framework outlining priority focus countries where TABS should concentrate its market expansion efforts.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated their studies in International Business, Business Administration, Economics, Market Research, or related fields. This Internship may be part of a school internship opportunity, if this role fits the school’s requirements.
- Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills with the ability to turn complex data into actionable business strategy.
- Keen interest in transatlantic trade, foreign direct investment, and corporate market entry strategies.
- Self-starter capable of managing a structured, long-term research project independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Dutch or additional languages is a plus given key partner profiles.
What we offer
- 100% strategic project focus: Dedicated entirely to high-impact research without daily operational or administrative tasks.
- Direct executive impact: Your final research deliverables will directly shape TABS's long-term targeting and strategic focus.
- Global ecosystem exposure: Deep insights into international trade organizations, economic development boards, foreign consulates, and transatlantic business networks.
- Monthly stipend: During the duration of your internship, you will receive a monthly stipend of Eur 400.
