State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 12 hours ago
Downtown Resource Center Intern
Des Moines, IA
Internship
Onsite
InternThe Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) is dedicated to enhancing Iowa's communities and businesses. The Downtown Resource Center Intern will contribute to projects that support local leaders in revitalizing downtown areas, including writing reports, developing case studies, and organizing workshops.
CommunitiesOffice AdministrationPublic SafetyResidential
No H1B
Responsibilities
Join a 3-day Downtown Assessment visit and coordinate the writing of the final report (approximately 40 pages), translating field observations into clear recommendations; may include developing the on-site PowerPoint presentation
Refresh the template used for Downtown Walk Around (assessment) visits to improve clarity, usability, and visual consistency
Develop 10 case studies spotlighting successful Main Street Challenge Grant and Community Catalyst projects to help promote and educate communities about these programs
Plan logistics for one quarterly Main Street Executive Director Workshop and one Main Street Orientation Day (agenda, materials, communications)
Review Main Street Iowa community materials; create marketing pieces to encourage participation; develop user-friendly checklist for communities to use during application process
Organize and tag the team’s photo library so images are searchable and ready for reports, presentations, and outreach
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled students in a degree program at an accredited educational institution
Preferred
Detail-oriented, curious problem solver
Enjoys writing, research, and community-focused work
Comfortable with conducting research and synthesizing information
Skilled in writing and/or graphic design to develop long and short form content
Curious about community planning, historic commercial districts, and local economic development
Company
State of Iowa - Executive Branch
If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.
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