AMNC25 - Intern, Business Services and Central Support(Visa Coordination)

AMNC25 - Intern, Business Services and Central Support (Visa Coordination)

The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.

You will work closely with respective teams at the World Economic Forum Beijing Office to support the preparations for the Annual Meeting of the New Champions (AMNC).

We encourage applicants to apply for only one role that best aligns with their skills and interests. Applying to multiple roles may delay the review process and reduce the likelihood of being matched with the most suitable opportunity.

Duration and location

1 April – Early July; 4-5 days/week onsite at the Beijing office

Requirements

The Internship role is for candidates currently pursuing a college or university degree (undergraduate or postgraduate) and is usually undertaken during the penultimate year of study. While your major is not important, we are looking for candidates with an outstanding record of academic achievement, a can-do attitude and a desire to make an impact.

What to expect

Throughout the internship, you will have the unique opportunity to:

• Gain invaluable insights into a breadth of forward-thinking and innovative developments to the global challenges and agendas.
• Gain hands-on experience by working alongside experts and getting involved in real work.
• Build meaningful professional relationships and valuable career network

The intern will join the office for a three-month period during spring of 2025. You will work four to five days a week and receive a RMB 7500 monthly stipend if working on full- time.

Team Introduction

Business Event Services is at the forefront of cultivating impactful interactions, engagement, and streamlined processes to support our Business Partners. The team is a central hub designed to streamline and improve the Partner experience, ensuring every service we offer is optimized throughout the Partner engagement journey.

Our aim is to become the primary interface for the Business Partner across their event experience, through direct support, simplified access, and increased visibility on event engagement opportunities

By collaborating closely with key stakeholders including Global Programming, Global Communications, as well as Digital and Technology Groups, we empower Partners and colleagues through simplified engagement opportunities, enhanced experiences, and optimized processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Government official to issue the Visa letters to foreign participants
• Issue visa letters from the Forum side to support foreign participants’ trip to China
• Answer any incoming questions regarding Visa letters issued from Government officials and the Forum
• Monitor visa letter issuing procedure to ensure the smooth operation

Preferred Requirements and Experience

• Currently pursuing or holding master's degree in English translation, International Relations, Business Administration, Event Management, Public Administration, or a related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with government officials, foreign participants, and internal teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software
• Strong organizational and time management skills, capable of handling multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work independently and seek assistance when needed
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese
• High attention to detail, with a strong sense of responsibility and professional ethics
• Team player, able to collaborate effectively with different departments and team members
• Familiarity with visa regulations and procedures for foreign participants attending events in China is a plus

Why work at the Forum:

The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to improve the state of the world by building awareness and cooperation, shaping mindsets and agendas, and driving collective action. Join us and become a driver for positive change!