Small Business Intern – 12-Week State Program

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

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.