Research & Marketing Associate

Position Title: Research & Marketing Associate

Location: New York City (Midtown Manhattan)

Employment Type: Full-time (Employment at Will)

Start Date: Mid-July

Contract Duration: 1-year renewable (long-term preferred)

About Us

KITA New York Center is the U.S. branch of the Korea International Trade Association (KITA), supporting Korean businesses and startups with their entry and growth in the U.S. market. We work closely with both public and private sector partners in Korea and the U.S. to strengthen global trade and innovation networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute online and offline marketing initiatives
• Conduct market research and draft industry/market trend reports
• Support startup and business networking events
• Assist with business development and outreach activities for Korean HQ executives visiting the U.S.
• Respond to 1:1 inquiries from Korean SMEs expanding to the U.S.
• Organize and manage seminars, forums, and roundtables
• Provide general administrative support and assistance for SME programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Education:
  • (Priority 1) Business / Economics
  • (Priority 2) Marketing
  • (Priority 3) Other relevant fields
• Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in research, marketing, or business development
  • Experience working with Korean companies, trade organizations, or public-sector projects preferred
  • Entry-level candidates with relevant majors are also encouraged to apply
• Language Skills:
  • Professional fluency in Korean and English (bilingual required)
  • Strong written and verbal communication in both languages
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • Familiarity with Hangul Word Processor (HWP) preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: Up to $55,000 (based on qualifications & experience)
  • Note: 3-month probation period with 80% of full salary
• Benefits:
  • Health Insurance
  • Commuter Benefit ($250/month)
  • Gym Membership Support ($70/month)
  • Birthday Gift ($170/year)
  • Professional Development Support ($500/year)
  • Miscellaneous Allowance ($300/year)

Additional Information

• Visa Sponsorship:
  • Entry-level candidates may be considered for visa/green card sponsorship
  • Legal fees for visa will be borne by the employee, but administrative support (documents, processing) may be provided