The Economic Development Office Intern’s (the “Intern”) primary responsibilities will involve working under the direction of the Senior Assistant Director of Business Investment or their designee, to initiatives that support the business community and economic growth within Fairfax City.

Outreach to existing Fairfax City businesses to better understand their needs.

Research growing businesses in regions with similar economies. 

Draft engaging business attraction emails. 

Assist with providing compelling statistics and narratives to be used in the recruitment of businesses to the City. 

Promote existing grant program (LIFFT) to real estate brokers. 

Logging business interactions on our internal database. 

Other duties as assigned by EDO staff.

The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Experience in understanding business marketing.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Craft compelling emails to a targeted audience.

A comfortability talking on the phone with business executives and their representatives.

Ability to prioritize projects and stay organized, as well as a strong attention to detail.

Preferred ability to assist with website content and marketing materials relating to business investment.

Interns will be expected to report to work at The Economic Development Offices at 10300 Eaton Place Fairfax, VA 22030, for 15 hours per week. Specific hours will be coordinated by EDO staff. All interns will be given access to a computer and an email address (interns are not expected to check email after hours).

Interns will receive either academic credit or pay compensation. Please indicate your preference in your cover letter.

Upload cover letter, resume and complete employee application on NeoGov. Highlight your qualifications, familiarity with Economic Development, and frame your interest in working for local government/economic development by Monday, April 29, 2024.