Hampton Roads SBDC
Marketing & AI Innovation Intern
(Part-Time Internship | 15-20 Hours per Week)
The Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center seeks a motivated Marketing & AI Innovation Intern to support marketing, stakeholder engagement, and digital communications. The intern will also complete an AI-focused project to improve impact storytelling and strengthen funding and grant opportunities.
Position Overview
Title: Marketing & AI Innovation Intern
Commitment: 15-20 hours per week Compensation: Paid stipend internship
Duration: Minimum one-year commitment preferred
Work Format: Hybrid/Flexible (based on organizational needs)
Key Responsibilities
- Supports marketing, communications, stakeholder engagement, and AI innovation initiatives.
- Develop and execute social media content, campaigns, and digital storytelling strategies.
- Create content highlighting client success stories, economic impact, workshops, and SBDC outcomes.
- Assist with newsletters, email marketing, website content, and stakeholder communications.
- Research and test AI tools that improve marketing efficiency and content creation.
- Help communicate SBDC impact to funders, legislators, partners, and grant-making organizations.
- Complete an AI project focused on improving how the SBDC captures and shares impact stories.
- Deliver recommendations, sample workflows, and measurable solutions that strengthen funding, grant, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
General Expectations
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and responsiveness
- Work independently and manage assigned projects with minimal supervision
- Bring initiative, curiosity, and problem-solving skills to the role
- Meet deadlines consistently and communicate proactively
Preferred Qualifications
Ideal candidates may be pursuing studies in Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, or similar
Preferred skills and attributes:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Professionalism and self-leadership
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation
- Interest in AI tools and emerging technology applications
- Interest in small business development and community impact
- Basic graphic design or video editing experience is a plus
