Job Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Arlington County Government’s Economic Development (AED) Department is seeking a part-time Business Intelligence Intern to support business research, development, communications, and events within the Business Investment Group’s (BIG) portfolio.

Major Job Duties:

• Conducting research on companies, industries, emerging technologies, innovation ecosystems, accelerators, investors, and partner organizations aligned with Arlington's business attraction priorities;
• Developing and maintaining target company lists, structured datasets, and research summaries to support business development strategies, lead generation, outreach, attraction, and Arlington Tech Launchpad programming;
• Supporting communications activities for Arlington Tech Launchpad and related business development initiatives, including drafting social media content, newsletters, educational resources, and other communications materials;
• Assisting with planning, coordinating, and executing meetings, events, and ecosystem engagement activities, including preparing presentations, briefing materials, agendas, registrations, and other event materials;
• Supporting event logistics, stakeholder communications, post-event follow-up, and engagement activities involving companies, entrepreneurs, investors, and regional ecosystem partners;
• Maintaining and updating company, stakeholder, and contact records in Salesforce and other management systems, including logging contacts and tracking business development and outreach activities;
• Compiling reports, outreach summaries, engagement metrics, and stakeholder information to support evaluation of event participants and identification of high-priority companies and contacts for future engagement; and
• Providing administrative and operational support to the Business Investment Group, including conducting ad hoc research, assisting with scheduling and internal coordination, and supporting special projects.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and organized individual with strong research, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. They are able to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and demonstrate an interest in entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and economic development. A multicultural mindset and interest in working with diverse innovation and business communities are also valued.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of at least two years (60 semester hours) in a Bachelor's degree program; and
• No professional-level work experience (less than one year) in the internship field.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants with a 3.0 GPA or higher and one or more of the following:

• Pursuing or having completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Economics, Public Policy, International Affairs, Marketing, Communications, or a related field; and/or
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Salesforce/CRM platforms, or digital communication tools.

Special Requirements

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Resume Requirement: A complete application includes a resume. Please attach your resume to the application and verify that the details of your application provide further evidence of your experience and qualifications as displayed on your resume.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. In accordance with § 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Part-time, variable schedule, with a maximum of 15 hours per week. Additional scheduling details will be determined in collaboration with the supervisor during the interview process.

The official title of this position is: Mgt. Intern I (Non-Cohort)

This position is eligible for sick leave.

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