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And we need passionate, driven people to help make that happen. That's where you come in.\nWe're looking for a Commercial Trainee, or \"Filtrino,\" as we proudly call it internally, to join our team in Barranquilla, Colombia This is your chance to kick off your career in a global company, work alongside an energetic and ambitious team, and help people take the leap toward a life-changing experience abroad.\nYou'll be the first point of contact for our future students: qualifying leads, sparking conversations, and connecting the right people to the right opportunities. 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