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Internship (Summer 2024) with Chamber of Commerce (W&L Community-Based Learning)

Washington and Lee University
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This is a summer 2024 internship opportunity based in Lexington. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and positions are open until filled or May 6, 2024. To apply, attach a resume and cover letter here in Handshake.

 

Organization: Chamber of Commerce - Serving Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County 

The mission of our Chamber is to champion civic and economic progress for our community. 

Our vision is to be your community resource.

 

Internship Overview

The student will work alongside the Chamber staff to enhance the business climate in the greater Rockbridge community. The student will get to work hands-on with our members to enhance their marketing plans, prioritize workforce needs, and help identify solutions. We would also like the student to work with our members to better utilize our online resources, ChamberMaster portal, Chamber Benefits Cards and social media offerings. 

 

Qualification

  • Someone who is outgoing, self-motivated, creative, and good working with a team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft products and Canva Design. 
  • Desired, but not required, to have experience in design, social media, or website design. 

 

Timeframe

8 weeks from Tuesday, June 4th to Friday, July 26th, working approximately 25 hours a week. 

This internship is part of the Office of Community-Based Learning’s (CBL) internship program. Students will be provided guidance throughout the summer by CBL staff and work directly with their site supervisor. Students will meet with the CBL intern cohort once a week for training and reflection. This is an unpaid internship. However, students can apply for summer funding through Career and Professional Development Office (applications typically due winter term) and the Johnson Opportunity Grant (applications due January or March). Funds are limited and not guaranteed. This internship qualifies for EXP credit (CPD 451) through the CPD office. Sign up for the CPD Canvas Course (go.wlu.edu/Canvas) to receive alerts regarding summer funding and course credit.  

 

For questions, please email Bethany Ozorak, Associate Director of Community-Based Learning (bozorak@wlu.edu).