Business Network Intern
Join the Urban Ventures Internship Program as a Business Network Intern and gain valuable skills while creating tangible change in your community in a paid role.
Job Summary:
The Business Network Intern will work one-on-one with local small business owners to provide a wide array of supports, including applying for grants, creating budgets, developing and implementing marketing strategies, and establishing inventory systems.
Responsibilities:
- Visit business owner with program lead to evaluate the needs of each business and create a plan for their particular needs
- Track of the achievements and plans for each business, visiting businesses as needed based on their plans
- Help program lead find the necessary resources for each business
- Assist with organizing a community business event alongside other UV programs
- Participate in all internship program trainings and supervisory sessions
- Adherence to agency policy, procedures, and a professional code of ethics
Education and Experience:
- In process of achieving or has completed a bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
- Experience with social media and digital marketing is a plus
Requirements:
- Spanish proficiency, both written and spoken, is required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision
Pay
- $17.50/hour
Benefits
- Sick and Safe Time
- Paid Opportunities
- Job experience
- Mentoring
- Networking Opportunities
- Build a strong resume
- Build Confidence
Ready to make a difference?
Visit our website athttps://www.urbanventures.org/internship for application details and join the Urban Ventures movement.
Company Overview
Urban Ventures is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with the mission to educate children, strengthen their families, and build a healthy community. We partner with families in some of the most under-resourced neighborhoods of south Minneapolis with one overarching goal-to send every youth to college or some form of post-secondary education. Urban Ventures is committed to providing a workplace which promotes diversity and inclusion.