Careers

Working at Dezan Shira & Associates is about growth. That means developing skills, making a difference, and achieving goals to help colleagues and clients reach new heights.

Intern, ASEAN Advisory

Location: Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
Function: International Business Advisory
Role: Assistant (Intern)

Internship

Note: Welcome applicants who wish to join us in Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam).

Duration: 3 to 6 months

Primary Duties (including but not limited to):

Marketing Support:

  • Research legal, tax, and finance topics in ASEAN;
  • Write articles about foreign direct investment (FDI) in ASEAN for Asia Briefing and its regional subsidiaries; and
  • Create various marketing materials as needed.

International Business Advisory (IBA) team assistance:

  • Support business development and account management efforts;
  • Help coordinate potential client meetings and document discussions;
  • Develop PowerPoint presentations, proposals, and engagement contracts for potential clients;
  • Carry out client development-focused research projects;
  • Attend client development events as a representative of Dezan Shira & Associates;
  • Design and execute individual research projects, producing well-written reports;
  • Research and engage with local business organizations for collaboration and partnership opportunities;
  • Customer Relationship Management; and
  • Perform administrative tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Excellent English writing and speaking abilities;
  • Proficiency in an additional European or Asian language is highly desirable
  • Strong communication skills and a desire to meet and interact with business professionals o Familiarity with tax, accounting, law, and foreign investment;
  • Business development and sales experience;
  • Attention to detail, a sense of responsibility, and a commitment to teamwork o Interest in the Asian business and investment climate;
  • A proactive worker with demonstrated initiative;
  • Graduation from or current enrollment in a university degree program, preferably in a business-related major, accounting, or law (desirable but not required).

Benefits:

  • Involvement in a renowned and growing organization in Asia;
  • Working with skilled professionals across Asia from diverse backgrounds in a truly international working environment;
  • Combined remote and in-person (hybrid) work options with adaptable schedules; and
  • Official Dezan Shira & Associates recommendation letter upon successful completion of the internship.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply for this role, kindly reach out to marco.foerster@dezshira.com. We will only consider email applications that adhere to the appropriate format, utilize professional language, and include an attached CV/resume in PDF format.

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