You should be enrolled in a relevant degree program, possess strong research and communication skills, and have an interest in international relations, with knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media.

You will manage office tasks, build relationships, follow up on sponsorships, engage the community, maintain databases, and assist in event management and execution.

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Business, Operations & Strategy

United States

Charlotte

Large

The City of Charlotte provides services to more than 870,000 residents. The city’s priorities are economic development, neighborhood development, transportation and planning, and well-managed government.


Government

City of Charlotte

Municipal government for the 15th largest city in America.

<div>Date Opened: Friday, March 21, 2025 12:00 AM<br>
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Close Date: Sunday, April 06, 2025 12:00 AM<br>
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Department: Economic Development Department<br>
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Salary: $0.00 - $0.00 Commensurate with Experience<div></div><div><br>
SUMMARY</div>
The City of Charlotte&rsquo;s Economic Development Department takes great pride in our success in bringing together public and private resources to create places that attract a diversity of talent, job opportunities, and businesses. We are driven to make Charlotte competitive in the global market and facilitate an environment through which all residents and businesses have opportunities for economic success. Areas of focus include development/redevelopment, entrepreneurship and small business support, business recruitment and retention and talent development. Through active and strategic collaborations with other City departments and community partners, the team fulfills its purpose of helping businesses and residents thrive.<br>
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OVERVIEW<br>
The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation&rsquo;s largest banks and technology companies.<br>
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Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone &ndash; a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.<br>
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SUMMARY<br>
The Economic Development Department is seeking an undergraduate level intern to aid in the production of the Mayor&rsquo;s Internatioanl Community Awards (MICA). This event honors foreign-owned firms in the Charlotte region for their outstanding contributions to philanthropy and individuals or organizations who have contributed to the development of Charlotte's international community.<br>
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In addition to being an integral part of the event planning process, this internship offers an opportunity to garner a wealth of knowledge pertaining to international relations, economic development, and municipal government.<br>
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This position will be in person for the spring semester. The applicant will need to be available to work through the end of the month of June and work on the evening of the event itself. This position will report directly to the International Business Manager and Chief of Protocol.<br>
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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<br>
<ul><li>General office administration</li><li>Build professional relationships with City of Charlotte employees, elected officials, and the international business community</li><li>Follow-up with companies on sponsorships, tickets, and nomination details</li><li>Community outreach to our diverse population to encourage event attendance</li><li>Database maintenance - updating and maintaining the MICA invitation databases</li><li>Event management and execution</li></ul><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<br>
<ul><li>Strong organizational and research skills</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task</li><li>Ability to problem-solve and work independently</li><li>Interest in and commitment to international relations and cooperation</li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs</li><li>Experience with social media (including Twitter and LinkedIn)</li><li>Experience in event planning is desirable</li><li>Knowledge of a second language is desirable</li></ul><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<br>
Current enrollment in an accredited college or university leading towards a bachelor&rsquo;s degree with major course work in a related field of study, preferably in an International Business, International Relations, and/or Communications.<div></div><div><br>
Internships for students graduating with a 4 year degree.</div><div></div><div><br>
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT</div><div>
The City&rsquo;s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.</div><div></div><div>
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate&rsquo;s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.</div><div></div><div>
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.</div><div></div><div>
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div><div></div><div><br>
HOW TO APPLY</div><div>
Apply online.</div><div></div><div>
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.</div><div></div><div>
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.</div><div></div><div>
For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email <div>Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us</div>.</div><div></div><div>
The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request, please email <div>HRADAAdministration@charlottenc.gov</div>, call 704-962-6168, or visit us in person at <div>700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202</div>.</div><div></div><div>
BENEFITS</div><div>
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.</div><div></div><div><br>
The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.</div></div>

Date Opened: Friday, March 21, 2025 12:00 AM

Close Date: Sunday, April 06, 2025 12:00 AM

Department: Economic Development Department

Salary: $0.00 - $0.00 Commensurate with Experience
SUMMARY
The City of Charlotte’s Economic Development Department takes great pride in our success in bringing together public and private resources to create places that attract a diversity of talent, job opportunities, and businesses. We are driven to make Charlotte competitive in the global market and facilitate an environment through which all residents and businesses have opportunities for economic success. Areas of focus include development/redevelopment, entrepreneurship and small business support, business recruitment and retention and talent development. Through active and strategic collaborations with other City departments and community partners, the team fulfills its purpose of helping businesses and residents thrive.

OVERVIEW
The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

SUMMARY
The Economic Development Department is seeking an undergraduate level intern to aid in the production of the Mayor’s Internatioanl Community Awards (MICA). This event honors foreign-owned firms in the Charlotte region for their outstanding contributions to philanthropy and individuals or organizations who have contributed to the development of Charlotte's international community.

In addition to being an integral part of the event planning process, this internship offers an opportunity to garner a wealth of knowledge pertaining to international relations, economic development, and municipal government.

This position will be in person for the spring semester. The applicant will need to be available to work through the end of the month of June and work on the evening of the event itself. This position will report directly to the International Business Manager and Chief of Protocol.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General office administrationBuild professional relationships with City of Charlotte employees, elected officials, and the international business communityFollow-up with companies on sponsorships, tickets, and nomination detailsCommunity outreach to our diverse population to encourage event attendanceDatabase maintenance - updating and maintaining the MICA invitation databasesEvent management and execution
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong organizational and research skillsStrong communication skills and the ability to multi-taskAbility to problem-solve and work independentlyInterest in and commitment to international relations and cooperationKnowledge of Microsoft Office programsExperience with social media (including Twitter and LinkedIn)Experience in event planning is desirableKnowledge of a second language is desirable
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Current enrollment in an accredited college or university leading towards a bachelor’s degree with major course work in a related field of study, preferably in an International Business, International Relations, and/or Communications.
Internships for students graduating with a 4 year degree.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us.
The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request, please email HRADAAdministration@charlottenc.gov, call 704-962-6168, or visit us in person at 700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202.
BENEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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