Explore Internship Opportunities at Community Investment Collaborative (CIC)
At Community Investment Collaborative (CIC), we are committed to making a lasting impact on our community’s economic development. Since our founding in 2011, we have been dedicated to fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education, mentoring, financing, and networking.
Our Mission
Strengthening our community is at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs, foster job creation, and promote economic growth in the Charlottesville and surrounding areas.
The CIC Experience
At CIC, we provide a comprehensive entrepreneurial experience. Our flagship program, the 16-week Entrepreneur Workshop, empowers aspiring business leaders with the skills to bring their visions to life, from idea validation to launch planning. We foster networking and growth opportunities, enabling entrepreneurs to build vital business connections, market their products, and gain exposure through events and media coverage. Additionally, we bridge the lending gap with microloans of up to $50,000, equipping clients with the financial resources they need to see their businesses grow. As hosts of the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CV SBDC), we are able to expand our support through personalized counseling, technical expertise, and resources to entrepreneurs. Our reach covers CV SBDC’s service area (Charlottesville and Albemarle, Culpeper, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, and Rappahannock counties) and is expanding into new areas (e.g., Fauquier County, southside Virginia) as we partner with resources in those communities. Join us in fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs and strengthening our local economy!
Join the CIC Internship Program
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you want to be part of an organization that empowers entrepreneurs and fosters economic growth? Consider joining CIC’s Internship Program. As an intern at CIC, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to our mission while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment. As an added bonus, we often have snacks in the office. 🙂
Explore our internship opportunities and discover how you can be a part of our mission to drive positive change in the community.
Email your resume and cover letter to Hannah Deal at hannah@cicville.org to apply, or with any questions. Thank you!
Currently, we are accepting applications for the following roles:
POSITION TITLE: PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
A. OVERVIEW OF OPPORTUNITY
CIC is looking for a student to join its team in the role of Programs and Operations Specialist. Working at CIC is a unique opportunity to be fully involved in a diverse organization and the chosen applicant will have a meaningful impact in the development of a local community organization that supports small businesses. The Programs and Operations Specialist will be offered a variety of experiences, including but not limited to the following:
B. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Programs and Operations Specialist will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through assigned projects but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneurs in order to ensure full and ongoing support.
Students will hone their communication skills through CIC’s education programs and stakeholder engagement, expand their knowledge of business through the loan program and through the interaction with clients applying for financing.
C. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. SCHEDULE
The Programs and Operations Specialist will collaborate with the Operations Coordinator and the Director of Programs to establish a mutually agreeable, required, and consistent schedule of 10-20 hrs/wk. We request that the student work in the office two to four days per week depending on their hours. CIC understands classes are a priority and as such, some flexibility with remote work is allowed as needed. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 206, Charlottesville VA.
E. COMPENSATION
The student will be compensated $15.00 per hour for a maximum of 20 hours per week during the Summer and 10 hours per week during Spring and Fall.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter to Hannah Deal at hannah@cicville.org if you are interested in learning more about this position.
POSITION TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
A. OVERVIEW OF OPPORTUNITY
CIC is looking for a student to join its team in the capacity of Communications Assistant. Working at CIC is a unique opportunity for students to be fully involved in a local and diverse organization. Students will be offered an array of experiences to include: developing marketing materials and client outreach, evaluating and monitoring success metrics associated with the financing and education of entrepreneurs, researching organizational funding opportunities and writing grants, arranging special events, website and social media management, developing programmatic elements, assisting with micro loan applications and proposals. Interns can be assured of having a meaningful impact in the development of a local community organization that supports small businesses.
B. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through projects assigned but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneur clients in order to ensure full support. Therefore, will similarly have strong connections with the struggles and triumphs of business.
Students will learn the art of communication through CIC’s education programs and stakeholder engagement, the basics of business through the training courses and live client examples (Conducting interviews, writing stories, successful fundraising strategies, community impact measurement, researching businesses, and collecting information.) Furthermore, they will have the opportunity to branch out and learn about other parts of CIC.
The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through assigned projects but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneurs in order to ensure full and ongoing support.
Students will hone their communication skills through CIC’s educational programs and stakeholder engagement and expand their knowledge of business throughout the course of their internship.
C. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
D. SCHEDULE
The Communications Assistant will collaborate with the Operations Coordinator and the Director of Lending and Operations to establish a mutually agreeable, required, and consistent schedule of 10-20 hrs/wk. We request that the student work in the office two to four days per week depending on their hours. CIC understands classes are a priority and as such, some flexibility with remote work is allowed as needed. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 206, Charlottesville VA.
E. COMPENSATION
The student will be compensated $15.00 per hour for a maximum of 20 hours per week during the Summer and 10 hours per week during Spring and Fall.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter to Hannah Deal at hannah@cicville.org if you are interested in learning more about this position.
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT COLLABORATIVE
Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) with a mission of strengthening our community and contributing to economic development by fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education, mentoring, financing and networking.