Economic Development Intern at City of Pittsburg, California

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. The City of Pittsburg, CA is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Economic Development Intern to support key projects that help strengthen the local economy, enhance business services, and improve community vitality. This internship offers valuable hands‑on experience in municipal economic development, business assistance programs, research, data analysis, project coordination, marketing, and community engagement. This is an opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in public administration, economics, business, planning, marketing, or related fields to gain real-world experience in local government. Flexible work hours are provided to accommodate school schedule (this job is not remote due to the nature of the responsibilities). The selected intern will assist the Economic Development Division with a variety of duties, which may include: Assist with business retention and expansion efforts by collecting and updating business data. Conduct research on economic trends, workforce data, development projects, and industry sectors. Support outreach to local businesses through emails, calls, visits, and public events. Assist with marketing materials, social media content, and website updates. Help prepare reports, presentations, and graphics for internal and external stakeholders. Support program tracking, or incentive program documentation. Attend meetings, workshops, and community events as needed. Perform general administrative and project support duties. This is a great opportunity to gain experience with a variety of initiatives and projects designed to attract, retain, and support businesses; promote investment; and enhance the City’s economic vitality. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayne State University