Business Programs Intern (P/T)

Internships with Impact

Are you looking to gain work experience at an organization that makes a difference in our community? Are you passionate about supporting women and minority-owned businesses? Become an intern with Women’s Economic Ventures (WEV)!

About WEV

WEV (pronounced “weave”) is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating an equitable and just society through the economic empowerment of women. We are a purposeful, mission-driven organization with a passionate and engaged staff based in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, whose primary focus is supporting women-owned businesses and entrepreneurship. WEV is an Equal Opportunity Employer with team members working locally and remotely.

Become a part time Business Programs Intern

WEV is actively looking for paid interns (10 to 20 hours per week, depending on availability) to support the business training programs. Internships can be 8 to 12 weeks in length and are available on a rolling basis throughout the year.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assisting with program coordination & administration, including updating grant reporting documentation.
• Updating business training curriculum and learning materials.
• Assisting with social media marketing campaigns, gathering client stories and creating/reviewing content.
• Communicating with team members consistently and effectively.
• Attending team meetings as requested.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Interest and/or studies in microfinance, business, and/or economics
• Excellent EQ, listening, communication and time management skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs and web-based databases; experience with Learning Management Systems preferred
• Personal computer and telephone with reliable internet/cell service

Desired Skills:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English), fluent in written and spoken Spanish, and experience working with LatinX bicultural communities

Education:

Minimum: High school diploma/GED
Preferred: Undergraduate degree in social sciences or another related field of study

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds without assistance
• Sit at a computer, typing for 60-80% of the time

Additional:

On your first day of work, you will be asked to bring or present by Zoom the following:

(a) Evidence of your identity and US work authorization. We are required by federal law to examine documentation of your employment eligibility within three business days after you begin work. Such proof is required for the completion of Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification).
(b) Copies of your Driver’s License status and proof of insurance, as this position may require you to drive on behalf of WEV and we need to comply with our insurance requirements.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Apply

To apply, click the button below. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter, which should be addressed to WEV’s Hiring Manager. In your cover letter, please describe any personal or professional experience with entrepreneurship, if applicable. No phone calls, please.

Apply to Work with WEV