Economic Development Intern

Economic Development Internship – Gain Real-World Experience in Your Community!

The Economic Development Intern will gain valuable experience working on a variety of projects related to economic development, volunteerism, and marketing with the City. This internship offers a well‑rounded, comprehensive experience, perfect for candidates with a passion for community development and growth. The position requires a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

• Collaborate with local businesses:
  Work one‑on‑one with business contacts throughout the community to help support and grow the local economy.
• Plan and organize large events:
  Assist with the coordination of community events that have a big impact on local engagement and business development.
• Marketing and communication:
  Get involved in marketing and communication efforts for large‑scale events, helping to promote and communicate key initiatives.

• Special projects:
  Participate in and/or manage special projects under the supervision of the Economic Development Manager.
• Research & inquiries:
  Research and respond to inquiries, helping to support the development of community initiatives.
• Public presentations:
  Assist in preparing presentations for public meetings, providing support to communicate key initiatives.
• Data collection & assessments:
  Collect data and perform field assessments for economic development programs.
• Report preparation:
  Help prepare detailed reports to track the success of programs and projects.
• Record keeping:
  Assemble and maintain permanent records related to economic development activities.
• Public meetings:
  Assist with setting up and conducting public meetings, helping facilitate community engagement.
• Outreach & marketing:
  Collaborate with the team to create outreach and marketing materials as part of our broader economic development branding strategy.
• Policy research:
  Conduct primary research on how peer cities approach economic development through policies, programs, and resources.
• Innovation & entrepreneurship:
  Support efforts to promote local innovation and entrepreneurship, helping drive economic growth in the area.
• Non‑profit coordination:
  Work with local non‑profit organizations to support community development initiatives.
• Email campaigns & marketing:
  Help develop and implement email campaigns and assist with updating departmental marketing materials (flyers, profiles, etc.).
• Other duties:
  Assist with various tasks as assigned to support the Economic Development team.

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Public Administration, City & Regional Planning, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, or a related field; or have obtained one in the last 12 months.
• Enrolled in, or have successfully completed, a relevant college course.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

• Prior experience in economic development, planning, public administration, or related fields (this can include professional, volunteer, or student experience).
• Previous exposure to an office environment, including experience with customer service, report writing, and/or project management.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi‑task effectively, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• A confident, proactive attitude that will help you thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.

We are asking for a commitment through our 10‑week program, from June 15th – August 21st
. Preference will be given to candidates that are available to work up to 40 hours per week throughout the program. If you are a top candidate, your availability and assigned schedule will be discussed with you before moving into the background check process.

Our core business hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with an hour for lunch. The position is not eligible for remote work; you must be able to commit to being onsite to be considered for this role.

• Freshman & Sophomores:
  Step 1 – $20.00
• Juniors & Seniors:
  Step 2 – $21.58
• Postgraduates:
  Step 3 – $23.15

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