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Inclusiv is the largest network of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) with a mission to promote financial inclusion in low-income communities across the country. Through our network of more than 500 community development credit unions, Inclusiv reaches more than 20 million people with limited incomes and/or who live in historically redlined communities. 

Reporting to the Director of Small Business Development and Lending, this role will play an important part in supporting community outreach and small business ecosystem building for Inclusiv’s Business Forward program. The position focuses on increasing awareness of loan opportunities for small business owners across New York State by supporting partner engagement, outreach activities, and program communications. Working closely with the Lending and Communications teams, the role helps ensure outreach efforts are aligned with program goals and connect small business owners to the resources and networks they need to grow. 

A successful candidate would be a graduate student looking to gain experience in non-profits and community development. This intern will train 10-15 hours per week for the duration of the Spring semester. Depending on the candidate, the internship has the potential to extend beyond the Spring semester. 

Responsibilities: 

• Support outreach to raise awareness of Inclusiv’s Business Forward program and loan opportunities across NYS 
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, small business support organizations, and local stakeholders to strengthen the small business ecosystem 
• Help create clear, culturally responsive outreach materials and messaging 
• Assist with engagement activities such as tabling, webinars, info sessions, events, and partner communications 
• Conduct asset mapping to identify local small business resources and service providers 
• Track outreach activities and summarize insights to improve program reach and effectiveness
• Work with lending and communications teams to align outreach with program goals and Inclusiv’s mission 

Qualifications: 

• Passion for Inclusiv's mission to support low- and moderate-income communities in achieving financial independence. 
• Interest in supporting small businesses and helping them access resources and opportunities 
• Current grad student or recent graduate in communications, marketing, business, or a related field 
• Interest in community outreach and building relationships with local partners 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Comfortable conducting research and mapping local resources 
• Basic familiarity with social media and online engagement tools 
• Team player who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn 

To Apply 

Please send a resume and cover letter to hr@inclusiv.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Location and Compensation 

This role can be located in the tri-state area. It is a hybrid role with at least one day per week in the office. 

Candidates in New York City will be prioritized. 

This is an unpaid internship. 

We are willing to comply with any school credit requirements. Inclusiv is an equal opportunity employer that works with member credit unions which serve ethnically, economically, and geographically diverse markets and communities. We value our diverse staff and membership and seek to maintain that tradition of diversity in all of our recruitment efforts. It is the policy of Inclusiv to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment to all employees or applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and any additional categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Inclusiv is the largest network of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) with a mission to promote financial inclusion in low-income communities across the country. Through our network of more than 500 community development credit unions, Inclusiv reaches more than 20 million people with limited incomes and/or who live in historically redlined communities. 

Reporting to the Director of Small Business Development and Lending, this role will play an important part in supporting community outreach and small business ecosystem building for Inclusiv’s Business Forward program. The position focuses on increasing awareness of loan opportunities for small business owners across New York State by supporting partner engagement, outreach activities, and program communications. Working closely with the Lending and Communications teams, the role helps ensure outreach efforts are aligned with program goals and connect small business owners to the resources and networks they need to grow. 

A successful candidate would be a graduate student looking to gain experience in non-profits and community development. This intern will train 10-15 hours per week for the duration of the Spring semester. Depending on the candidate, the internship has the potential to extend beyond the Spring semester. 

Responsibilities: 

• Support outreach to raise awareness of Inclusiv’s Business Forward program and loan opportunities across NYS 
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, small business support organizations, and local stakeholders to strengthen the small business ecosystem 
• Help create clear, culturally responsive outreach materials and messaging 
• Assist with engagement activities such as tabling, webinars, info sessions, events, and partner communications 
• Conduct asset mapping to identify local small business resources and service providers 
• Track outreach activities and summarize insights to improve program reach and effectiveness
• Work with lending and communications teams to align outreach with program goals and Inclusiv’s mission 

Qualifications: 

• Passion for Inclusiv's mission to support low- and moderate-income communities in achieving financial independence. 
• Interest in supporting small businesses and helping them access resources and opportunities 
• Current grad student or recent graduate in communications, marketing, business, or a related field 
• Interest in community outreach and building relationships with local partners 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Comfortable conducting research and mapping local resources 
• Basic familiarity with social media and online engagement tools 
• Team player who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn 

To Apply 

Please send a resume and cover letter to hr@inclusiv.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Location and Compensation 

This role can be located in Syracuse, NY and fully remote. 

This is an unpaid internship. We are willing to comply with any school credit requirements. 

Inclusiv is an equal opportunity employer that works with member credit unions which serve ethnically, economically, and geographically diverse markets and communities. We value our diverse staff and membership and seek to maintain that tradition of diversity in all of our recruitment efforts. It is the policy of Inclusiv to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment to all employees or applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and any additional categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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