Hybrid Economic Development Intern: Policy & Research

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Commerce Internship Program provides college students with hands-on experience in state government and economic development. Interns are placed in offices such as Finance Programs, Chief Strategy Officer, Tourism, Research, or the Maryland State Arts Council.

Dates: September 23 - December 12. Schedule up to 24 hours per week. Compensation: $17.41–$20.31 per hour. Interns will assist with research, data analysis, written materials, and communications across departments.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university in one of the listed majors.
• Sophomore or higher undergraduate, graduate student, or equivalent (≥30 undergraduate credits).
• Preference for candidates with interest in economic development, policy, communications, tourism or public service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on businesses, industries, programs, policies, or economic and tourism trends.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data from public and internal sources.
• Prepare written summaries, reports, briefing materials, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Develop content for publications, digital platforms, social media, and other communications.
• Support administration of programs, initiatives, and departmental priorities.
• Track projects, milestones, and performance measures.
• Attend meetings and coordinate with State agencies, local partners, businesses, and community organizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Research & synthesis

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Sophomore or higher undergraduate (≥30 credits)

Business Administration

Finance / Accounting / Economics

Public Policy / Public Administration

Political Science / Government

Tourism / Hospitality / Event Management

Data Science / Statistics

Creative / Visual Arts or related major

Job description

The Maryland Department of Commerce Internship Program provides college students with hands-on experience in state government and economic development. Interns are placed in offices such as Finance Programs, Chief Strategy Officer, Tourism, Research, or the Maryland State Arts Council.

Dates: September 23 - December 12. Schedule up to 24 hours per week. Compensation: $17.41–$20.31 per hour. Interns will assist with research, data analysis, written materials, and communications across departments.