CIC: Programs Research Assistant - Federal Work-Study (Student Wage) Hybrid Position

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

20d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is seeking a Federal Work-Study student to serve as a Programs Research Assistant. This hybrid position involves supporting the Programs Department by building a research and recruitment pipeline for the Culpeper Orange Entrepreneur Workshop (COW) and assisting the Entrepreneurial Impact Manager. The intern will gain hands-on experience in data collection, researching business resources and networks, connecting with entrepreneurs and partners, assisting with program recruitment, and organizing business leads. This role offers a unique opportunity to be fully involved in a local nonprofit organization focused on micro-enterprise development and economic growth.

Requirements

• Current UVA undergraduate student.
• Must be receiving federal work-study funding.
• Interest in small business and entrepreneurship.
• Interest in helping individuals from low-income backgrounds.
• Interest in learning more about community outreach.
• Strong research and data collection skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable reaching out to entrepreneurs and partners via phone and email.
• Strong technology skills (G Suite in particular).
• Curiosity/interest in learning.
• Interest in working with others and in teams.
• Resume and cover letter required.

Responsibilities

• Build a research and recruitment pipeline for the Culpeper Orange Entrepreneur Workshop (COW).
• Support the Entrepreneurial Impact Manager who serves Culpeper and Orange communities.
• Conduct data collection and organization.
• Research existing business resources, entrepreneur networks, institutions, and community demographics.
• Connect with entrepreneurs and community partners.
• Assist with program recruitment.
• Organize business leads.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree