Small Business Intern

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) offers a 12-week internship in Indiana, with ISBDC collaboration. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, engagement with state leadership, and a final project presentation by the intern team.

The internship runs May 1–July 31, is paid at $18 per hour, and includes structured work with an emphasis on entrepreneurship support, data analysis, communications, and program development. Benefits are limited due to seasonal nature.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, political science, public administration or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask.
• Strong sense of time management and ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple projects.
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in statewide programs and initiatives to meet organizational goals.
• Assist in creation and maintenance of program policies, procedures, goals and objectives.
• Participate in planning and execution of meetings and events, including reports, agendas and logistics.

Skills

Program management

Data analysis

Communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About

About the Indiana Economic Development Corporation :
Bring your biggest and boldest ideas to life as an employee of the IEDC. We are a fast-paced and forward-thinking team charged with pursuing economic development opportunities for current and future Hoosiers in our state and around the world. Our culture embodies the spirit of being bold and working collaboratively to create the economy of the future.
The IEDC is organized as apublic privatepartnership led by the Secretary of Commerce and governed by a board chaired by the Governor of Indiana.
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation has been recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplaces by Indianapolis Star.

Role Overview

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) is the State of Indiana's lead economic development agency. The Indiana Economic Development Corporation is committed to attracting and supporting new business investment, creating new jobs for Hoosiers, and furthering our legacy as one of the top states in the nation for business.

The IEDC is offering an exciting and challenging opportunity to work for the state and to learn through hands‑on experience as well as through planned engagements with the Governor of Indiana, Secretary of Commerce and leadership at the IEDC. The program will be 12 weeks long ( May 1 1 through July 3 1 ) and 65 % of the program will be day to day work dictated by the Intern Coordinator , 25% will be dedicated to the special project which will be presented by the Intern team at the end of the program, and 10 % will be other engagements which include lunch & learns, meetings, tours and study reports.

Salary Statement

The hourly wage for this internship is $18/hr.

A Day In The Life

Entrepreneurship Program Management:

• Assist in statewide programs and initiatives to meet organizational strategic goals
• Assist in creation and maintenance of program policies, procedures, goals, and objectives
• Participate in planning and execution of various meetings and events, including creation of reports, agendas, and logistics

Data Analysis And Reporting

• Assist with economic impact analysis and reporting for programming
• Conduct audits of reports and CRM data

Communications, Marketing, And Outreach

• Support program initiatives with marketing collateral development including copy, press releases, one-pagers, web pages, emails, etc.
• Assist in planning of events, trainings, stakeholder meetings, etc. with internal and external stakeholders

Templates/Resource M Aterial Development

• Assist in refresh of program collateral and templates

Research

• Research and compile recommendations for potential programming opportunities to support Indiana entrepreneurs and small businesses based on ecosystem gaps and client feedback

Special Project

• The Small Business Intern will work closely with an ISBDC team member to further the mission of the ISBDC and IEDC. As part of the greater Hoosier Economic Intern team, you will brainstorm together to envision a joint project to better the State of Indiana and collaborate throughout the summer to detail a plan to make the vision a reality. The Intern team will present the final project at the end of the program.

What You'll Need For Success

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, political science, public administration or a related field
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask
• Strong sense of time management with the ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple projects with varying levels of importance
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .