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Are you looking for an exciting opportunity over the summer to jumpstart your Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, and Project Management career?

This internship will be packed full of hands on immersion to learn, develop,

and jumpstart your career once you graduate with your degree! You will be working right alongside our Development team to assist them with ongoing projects for the City!

Day to day, you will be assisting project staff with redevelopment efforts in various strategic area of the City including the Southeast Community and Denbigh, participating in public meetings and civic engagement efforts. You will assist with various grant marketing, distribution, fulfillment and analysis to include American Rescue Plan Act funding, business Micro Grants, and Façade Improvement Grants.

This internship will help you experience the inner workings of a very successful Development department to understand its contribution to City Government and the local economy. You will become familiar with the

Economic Development Authority and the Industrial Development Authority. You will also participate in the HRACRE 2022 Internship Program as a sub-internship to gain exposure to the commercial real estate industry.

In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, you will have exposure to the Development department, and will be able to learn as much as you are willing to invest in your internship over the summer!

How much money can I earn?

The rate of pay for this internship will range from $11-$15 per hour depending on your course completion, previous work history, and other qualifications.

What type of schedule will I work, and how long will the internship be?

You will work about 20 hours per week. This is a paid internship that will start on May 16, 2022. This internship will run for approximately 10-14 weeks . There could also be potential for a part-time opportunity or a full-time job offer at the end of the program if the City has a vacancy at that time. 

What type of degree program would best be suited for this internship?

Students currently enrolled in Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, and Project Management or related degree program would see the most value out of this internship. Rising juniors and seniors will be top candidates for this opportunity, as your courses studied should provide you with a solid foundation for this program!

What are the qualifications for this internship?

This internship will require knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. You will need to be able to create and enter data into spreadsheets and databases. The Intern will need excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with the public and other City employees.

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If interested in learning more about this opportunity, and to apply visit www.nnva.gov/jobs