Introducing the Spring 2026 E+I Fellows Host Organizations

We are please to share this semester’s host organizations for the E+I Fellows program! The following 11 organizations were selected from a pool of over 82 applications.

Students, read on to learn more about each host organization and the positions they have available! Job descriptions are being added to this page as they become available. Be sure to check back often to review the job descriptions for the positions you are interested in.

Applications open on Thursday, January 22, 2026 and close on Sunday, February 1st at 11:59 PM. No late applications will be accepted or considered!  

Aquatonomy (aquatonomy.com)

A Pittsburgh-based robotics startup transforming how critical underwater infrastructure, including hydroelectric dams, ports, and ship hulls, is inspected. Using autonomous underwater robots and 3D scanning, we make inspections faster, safer, and more data-rich than ever before. Our work sits at the intersection of AI, autonomy, infrastructure, maritime technology, and environmental resilience.

Available positions at Aquatonomy:
  • Marketing + Communications Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
  • Content Strategy and Copywriting Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
Marketing + Communications Intern

Location: Remote

Hours: 10 hours/week

Job Description:

The Marketing & Communications Intern will help Aquatonomy develop and execute a cohesive marketing strategy, turning our technology progress into clear, engaging public-facing content. This role focuses on digital visibility, audience growth, content distribution, and performance analysis, ensuring Aquatonomy’s story reaches the right industry audiences through the right channels.

The intern will own Aquatonomy’s social and email communication systems and work closely with the Content Strategy & Copywriting Intern to ensure alignment across channels.

Responsibilities 

  • Design and execute a LinkedIn content strategy, including audience focus, content themes, posting cadence, and success metrics
  • Produce LinkedIn content (text, image, video) highlighting field tests, engineering progress, partnerships, conferences, and company milestones
  • Analyze engagement performance (impressions, reactions, comments) and iterate on content strategy based on what resonates
  • Operationalize a brand voice across social, email, and outreach channels, in collaboration with the Content Strategy & Copywriting Intern
  • Assist with crafting our “building in public” strategy, outlining how we share progress, communicate wins, and strengthen credibility with key audiences
  • Research key industry communities, associations, newsletters, and publication outlets where Aquatonomy should grow visibility
  • Develop and maintain a content calendar and backlog to support consistent posting
  • Create and document reusable Canva or Figma templates that standardize Aquatonomy’s visual language for social and email content
  • Draft and support the setup of email campaigns for partners, customers, and industry audiences; evaluate and recommend an email marketing platform
  • Collaborate closely with the Content Strategy & Copywriting Intern to ensure consistency between long-form web content and social/email content

This internship is ideal for students interested in digital marketing for emerging technologies, audience growth strategies, communications for technical products, and building visibility for an early-stage robotics startup.

Learning Opportunities

  • Hands-on experience building and executing a marketing and distribution strategy for a deep-tech startup
  • Practice translating complex robotics and engineering work into clear, engaging social and email content
  • Experience with content planning, scheduling, and performance analysis
  • Foundations in social and email marketing, including platform evaluation and campaign setup
  • Exposure to how environmental, shipping, and hydroelectric industries communicate, operate, and make decisions
  • Collaboration within a fast-moving, cross-functional startup environment
  • Direct exposure to AI, robotics, and real-world engineering workflow
Content Strategy and Copywriting Intern

Location: Remote

Hours: 10 hours/week

Job Description:

The Content Strategy & Copywriting Intern will lead the creation of Aquatonomy’s News & Updates web page—a foundational component of our “building in public” strategy. This role focuses on long-form storytelling, editorial strategy, and content systems, shaping how Aquatonomy communicates technical progress, field learnings, and company milestones to external audiences.

The intern will be responsible for the end-to-end ideation, content creation, design, and launch of Aquatonomy’s News & Updates web page, and work closely with the Marketing & Communications Intern to ensure alignment across channels. 

Responsibilities:

  • Write 6-10 high-quality long-form articles covering company milestones, robotics learnings, field stories, and industry insights
  • Design, build, and launch Aquatonomy’s News & Updates web page, including content organization and design
  • Assist in developing a brand voice tailored to a deep-tech startup that values human-centeredness, trust, and technical credibility
  • Assist with crafting our “building in public” strategy outlining how we share progress, communicate wins, and strengthen credibility with key audiences
  • Review existing website content and improve narrative cohesion and storytelling alignment across pages
  • Develop a long-term editorial backlog of article concepts tied to anticipated milestones and company growth
  • (Optional) Visit the office to interview founders and engineers to deepen understanding and strengthen reporting
  • Collaborate closely with the Marketing & Communications Intern to ensure consistency between long-form web content and social/email content

This internship is ideal for students interested in long-form storytelling, strategic communication, external-facing writing for technical products, and shaping how early-stage startups present themselves to the world.

Learning Opportunities

  • Hands-on experience building and executing a long-form content and editorial strategy for a deep-tech startup
  • Practice in technical storytelling, translating complex robotics and field work into clear, trustworthy narratives
  • Experience with website content development, information architecture, and editorial structure
  • Understanding of maritime, shipping, and hydroelectric industries and how they shape technical communication
  • Collaboration within a fast-moving, cross-functional startup environment
  • Direct exposure to AI, robotics, and real-world engineering workflows

Baked True North (bakedtruenorth.com)

A gluten-free bakery, cafe, and vintage shop in Pittsburgh, PA. 

Available positions at Baked True North include:
  • Food Supply Chain Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
Supply Chain Intern

Location: Remote

Hours: 10 hours/week

Job Description:

This internship provides real “start-up” experience in supply chain operations within a gluten-free bakery. The intern will focus on creating foundational tools and ideas to strengthen BTN’s ingredient sourcing, vendor management, and cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Compile and organize all ingredient, packaging, vendor, and pricing information (BTN has begun this process)
  • Support cost analysis for BTN’s highest-usage/highest-cost items
  • Research potential alternate suppliers and create comparison tools
  • Build a simple supply chain tracking system
  • Summarize key findings and cost-saving opportunities

Internship Goals 

  1. Create a Complete Vendor & Ingredient Master Spreadsheet

Includes vendor contacts, units, prices, and order frequency.

  1. Conduct Cost Analysis

Analyze the top 10–15 ingredients/packaging items by spend or usage.

  1. Identify 2–3 Alternative Suppliers for Key Items

Provide pricing comparisons and recommendations.

  1. Build a Simple Reorder & Price Tracking Tool

A Google Sheets–based system BTN can maintain after the internship.

  1. Deliver a Final Summary Report

2–3 pages or 6–8 slides with findings, savings opportunities, and next steps.

Learning Opportunities

Foundational Supply Chain Management:
Understanding how ingredients, packaging, vendors, pricing, and ordering cycles come together to support daily bakery operations.

Cost Analysis & Financial Decision-Making:
Learning how to compare unit costs, identify savings opportunities, and evaluate the financial impact of sourcing decisions.

Vendor Sourcing & Evaluation:
Exposure to researching, comparing, and assessing suppliers based on pricing, quality, reliability, and lead times.

Workflow & Systems Building:
Experience designing organizational tools, including spreadsheets and reorder trackers.

Food Industry Operations:
Insight into the unique challenges of managing a supply chain for a gluten-free bakery, including cross-contact concerns, specialty ingredients, and market economy limitations.

Professional Communication:
Developing written communication skills through vendor outreach templates, cost summaries, and final project reporting.

Project Management:
Managing an 8-week project from discovery to final presentation, including organizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and adjusting based on feedback.

    Built to Exit (builttoexit.biz)

    A business operating system that empowers business owners to custom-tailor the exit of their company on their own terms. 

    Available positions at Built To Exit include:
    Growth Marketing + Brand Experience Intern

    Location: Remote

    Hours: 15 hours/week

    Job Description:

    We’re not just consultants — we’re a movement. Built to Exit empowers business owners to build companies that create freedom, wealth, and lasting impact. We exist to fight against fake gurus and failed strategies by giving entrepreneurs a proven path to victory.

    The Growth Marketing & Brand Experience Intern will support the Built to Exit team in developing and executing key marketing and branding initiatives. This fully remote role works closely with the Director of Operations and Director of Marketing to help design and implement Q4 marketing goals, provide input on sales funnels and product promotions, support website updates, and create engaging social media content. The Fellow will gain hands-on experience in campaign planning, content creation, and brand strategy while building a portfolio of impactful deliverables.

    Responsibilities

    • Support the creation of our Q1 and Q2 marketing plan.
    • Design, edit, schedule, and post social media content (text, graphics, carousel, Reels) that attracts and converts.
    • Provide fresh, creative input on brand voice and visual assets.
    • Contribute to live campaign launches and analyze performance data.
    • Support other fun and high-impact projects that strengthen the Built to Exit brand.

    Internship Goals

    • Strengthen the Built to Exit brand presence across digital platforms.
    • Launch and optimize at least one full sales/marketing campaign.
    • Develop a portfolio of high-quality, branded deliverables.
    • Gain hands-on experience in strategy, execution, and measurement

      We Want You If…. 

      • Strong interest in marketing, branding, and entrepreneurship.
      • Creativity with a willingness to bring bold ideas to the table.
      • Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X).
      • Basic design, video editing, and content creation skills (Canva, Adobe, or similar tools).
      • Excellent creativity and communication skills.
      • Detail-oriented and eager to learn.
      • Familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot, or similar tools)

      Hardly (hardly-work.com)

      Software for career support service providers

      Available positions at Hardly include:
      Marketing + Communications Intern

      Location: Fully Remote

      Hours: 7 hours/week

      Job Description:

      Hardly, an innovative career support services startup, is seeking a motivated and creative Marketing + Communications Intern to join our team. This internship offers the opportunity to work closely with our Cofounders to develop and implement communication strategies that leverage AI tools to enhance collaboration between career staff and job seekers. In this role, you’ll assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns, creating content for social media, reviewing campaign performance, writing blog articles, and drafting and automating email communications. In addition to these tasks, the intern will contribute to brainstorming sessions with the cofounders, and may occasionally help us test new features on Hardly. Just like in any startup, the candidate should be ready to wear a few different hats and adapt easily to changing needs. The intern will need to communicate effectively with the cofounders.

      Responsibilities

      • Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns to promote Hardly’s mission and products.
      • Create engaging content for LinkedIn 
      • Review and analyze campaign performance to optimize marketing strategies.
      • Write and automate email communications using Active Campaign (prior experience not required).
      • Experience with WordPress is desired, but not required.
      • Participate in brainstorming sessions with the co-founders to generate creative marketing ideas.
      • Support ad campaign execution on Google Ads and/or LinkedIn.
      • Adapt to changing startup needs and contribute to various projects as required.

      Learning Opportunities

      • Gain hands-on experience in digital marketing within a startup environment.
      • Learn and apply content marketing and social media strategies.
      • Develop proficiency in email marketing and automation using Active Campaign.
      • Gain exposure to paid advertising campaigns on Google Ads and LinkedIn.
      • Participate in strategic planning and product testing alongside company founders.

      Qualifications

      • Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
      • Strong writing and communication skills.
      • A good eye for design and experience with Canva (preferred but not required).
      • Experience creating social media content, particularly for LinkedIn (preferred).
      • Adaptability and willingness to take on diverse tasks in a startup environment.
        Web Development Intern

        Location: Fully Remote

        Hours: 9 hours/week

        Job Description:

        Hardly is looking for 2 web development interns that will assist our COO in creating new features and improving existing features on the Hardly Web Application. Hardly is a platform of career development tools built with collaboration in mind. These tools (AI resume builder, cover letter generator, job application tracker) can be used by individual job seekers or with the help of career coaches at job centers.

        This position will be responsible for building high-quality components and pages (primarily in VueJS), including both the user interface and underlying logic, and the intern will also contribute to back-end server-side logic, including data modeling and AI prompt engineering. They will collaborate directly with the CTO/Lead Software Engineer. They can be expected to submit their code for code review, and must ensure their code is thoroughly tested. They will also be encouraged to suggest ideas and improvements, and will be an integral part of the Hardly team.

        Learning Opportunities

        The intern will learn to work within a startup environment and will be a valuable member of the team. They will learn or become more adept with the above listed technologies and frameworks, as well as the software development life cycle in general. They will also learn to communicate their progress and ideas to non-technical stakeholders, a key skill for a software engineer. As an addition to a small team, they will learn to take responsibility for a feature from idea to implementation and beyond.

        A successful candidate will have:

        • Knowledge and understanding of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and PHP.
        • Knowledge of VueJS and Laravel are preferred, but not required.
        • Working knowledge of SQL databases.
        • Working knowledge of web-based MVC frameworks.
        • Working knowledge of front-end JavaScript frameworks (such as React, VueJS, or Angular).
        • Working knowledge of code versioning, deployment, and testing.
        • Familiarity with AI models and prompt engineering.
        • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
        • Ability to multi-task and reprioritize in a dynamic environment.
        • Excitement to work in a growing start-up.

        Joy in the Journey

        Supporting children and families as they navigate challenging medical journeys. 

        Available positions at Joy in the Journey include:
        • Social Media and Event Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
        Social Media Intern

        Location: Remote 

        Hours: 10 hours/week

        Job Description:

        Abby Joy (age 3) went to be with Jesus in April of this year.  She had a rare genetic condition that affected most systems of her body.  After 3+ months in the NICU, she came home with a trach and on a ventilator.  A few months later she was diagnosed with cancer…and beat it 6 months later!  She worked her way off the ventilator and began to progress developmentally to the point of learning to walk and speaking in American Sign Language and English.  Through all her medical hardships she exuded JOY that was beyond circumstances and lived out Nehemiah 8:10 “Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

        She had an unexpected seizure that left her brain dead.  Her family knew they were called to share the hope and strength of the Lord that came through enduring this personal storm.  At the funeral home and her celebration of life service, the dream of this non-profit was announced and the response from the community was incredible.  We are stewards of her story and her love for worshipping Jesus as we prayerfully discern initial steps of this organization.

        As an intern, you will join the newly named board in making key decisions for the health and longevity of this organization.  The passion for helping sick kids and their families should be the driving factor in the ‘why’ you do what you do throughout this internship.

        Key Responsibilities

        • Create additional social media platforms (Facebook is the only one currently)
        • Create reusable templates for social media posts, event announcements and fundraising
        • Brainstorm a marketing strategy to share the new website and social media platforms 

        Goals:

        • Creation of social media platforms & marketing strategy
        • Designing 12 medical facts to post
        • Designing 12 giving opportunity templates
        • Designing 12 tidbits about the life of Abby Joy
        • Designing 12 ways to engage supporters (interactive)

        Required Qualifications

        • Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field
        • Strong written and verbal communication skills
        • Familiarity with major social media platforms and creating engagement strategies 
        • Canva experience a plus

        Keystone Veterinary Care

        A veterinary practice in Slippery Rock, PA providing general practice veterinary service for cats and dogs such as preventative care, internal medicine, imaging, dentistry, and surgery.  

        Available positions at Keystone Veterinary Care include:
        • Marketing Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
        • Human Resources Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
        Marketing Intern

        Location: Remote

        Hours: 10 hours/week

        Job Description:

        The Marketing & Brand Development Intern will support the development and execution of the visual, digital, and communication identity of a new veterinary practice. This role offers hands-on experience in brand development, marketing strategy, social media management, and website content creation for a clinic website currently under development.

        The internship is designed for students pursuing degrees in marketing, communications, graphic design, digital media, or a related field and provides practical exposure to building a brand from the ground up in a small business healthcare environment.

        Internship Goals 

        1. Brand Development

        • Develop a working understanding of brand identity and visual consistency.
        • Contribute to cohesive branding across print, digital, and web platforms.

        2. Marketing Content Creation

        • Gain hands-on experience designing marketing materials and digital advertisements.
        • Support the execution of marketing campaigns tied to business objectives and community engagement.

        3. Website Content & Digital Presence

        • Assist in developing clear, engaging, and brand-aligned content for a new clinic website.
        • Apply basic SEO principles such as conducting keyword research, optimizing content and relevant keywords in order to achieve website visibility.

        4. Social Media Strategy & Engagement

        • Create social media content using Canva that is aligned with brand voice and audience needs.
        • Create a strategy for social media posting

        5. Professional Communication & Collaboration

        • Build professional communication skills through collaboration with leadership and team members.
        • Learn to receive and apply feedback in a real-world business environment.

        6. Marketing Strategy & Business Awareness

        • Gain exposure to small business marketing strategy within a healthcare setting.
        • Develop an understanding of how branding and marketing support business growth and client trust.

        7. Career & Skill Development

        • Strengthen portfolio-ready skills in marketing, branding, content creation, and digital communication.
        • Complete the internship with the ability to explain and contribute to core marketing processes independently.

              Learning Opportunities

              • Brand development, marketing strategy, and digital communication within a small business healthcare environment. The intern will gain practical experience building a brand from the ground up, including the creation of marketing materials, social media content, and website content for a new veterinary clinic.
              • Through direct collaboration with leadership, the intern will develop skills in visual branding, content creation, campaign planning, and audience engagement. The role offers exposure to digital marketing platforms, basic analytics, and website content organization, while reinforcing professional communication, project management, and creative problem-solving skills.
              • By the end of the internship, the intern will have developed portfolio-ready work, a working understanding of marketing operations in a healthcare setting, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to real-world marketing initiatives.
              Human Resources Intern

              Location: Remote

              Hours: 10 hours/week

              Job Description:

              The Human Resources Intern will support the development and execution of core HR initiatives within a startup veterinary practice. This role provides hands-on experience in HR operations such as employee handbook development, job description standardization, compensation research, HR system organization, and employee performance management. The ideal candidate is a student or recent graduate interested in human resources or business administration who is eager to learn and contribute to building structured, scalable HR processes.

              Internship Goals

              Employee Handbook Completion & Standardization

              • Draft a complete, organized employee handbook that reflects current policies, culture, and operational needs.
              • Ensure handbook content is clearly written, consistently formatted, and easy to navigate.
              • Incorporate leadership feedback and produce a finalized or near-final version ready for implementation or legal review.
              • Establish a version-control and update process for future handbook revisions.

               Job Description Development 

              • Formulate clinic job descriptions for a certified veterinary technician, veterinary assistant, customer service representative (in-person and remote) and a practice manager
              • Create standardized job description templates aligned with the practice’s mission and employment standards.
              • Update and finalize job descriptions so each role clearly defines responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations.

              Compensation & Market Research Deliverables

              • Conduct thorough compensation and benefits research for key clinic roles within veterinary medicine and comparable industries.
              • Benchmark findings against local and regional competitors utilizing Linked in job descriptions and other online job postings
              • Summarize insights into a concise, leadership-friendly report.
              • Provide data-backed recommendations to improve compensation, benefits, or perks where applicable.

              HR System Organization & Documentation

              • Assist in organizing an internal HR management system with accurate employee records and essential documents.
              • Create a logical folder structure or digital framework that is easy to maintain and scale.
              • Document basic HR processes (onboarding, documentation storage, evaluations) to improve consistency and efficiency.

              Performance Management Tools Development

              • Develop standardized performance evaluation templates and review timelines.
              • Create clear Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) templates and procedural guidelines.
              • Ensure tools are practical, easy to use, and aligned with leadership expectations.

              Process Improvement & HR Workflow Contribution

              • Contribute ideas to enhance employee experience, communication, and internal consistency.
              • Leave behind documented workflows or reference materials to support ongoing HR operations after the internship ends.

                Learning Opportunities

                • Develop a working understanding of HR fundamentals and employment practices.
                • Build professional communication skills 
                • Complete the internship with the ability to explain and support core HR processes independently.

                Luke’s Landscaping and Tree Service Co. (www.lukeslandscapingandtreeservice.com)

                Providing landscaping services for both residential and commercial properties.

                Available positions at Luke’s Landscaping and Tree Service Co. include:
                • SEO + Digital Marketing Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
                • Custom Applications Developer – Remote – 10 hrs/week
                SEO + Digital Marketing Intern

                Location: Remote

                Hours: 10 hours/week

                Job Description:

                Luke’s Landscaping & Tree Service is seeking an SEO specialist to help increase our website traffic, improve conversion rates, and generate higher-quality leads. This role will be responsible for optimizing our website, improving search and AI chatbot performance, and strengthening our online presence. Digital marketing tasks will be limited but may include occasional content creation, social media coordination, and support for online advertising.

                Key Responsibilities

                SEO Strategy & Execution (Primary Focus)

                • Conduct keyword research relevant to landscaping, hardscaping, tree service, and local SEO opportunities.
                • Optimize on-page SEO elements including titles, meta descriptions, headers, internal linking, and keyword placement.
                • Audit the website and implement improvements for site structure, crawlability, indexing, and technical SEO.
                • Improve page load speed, mobile responsiveness, and overall site performance.
                • Develop and implement a local SEO strategy to improve Google Business Profile rankings and map pack visibility.
                • Research competitors and identify new opportunities for ranking growth.
                • Optimize existing website content and create recommendations for new service pages or landing pages.
                • Monitor analytics, rankings, and search console data to diagnose issues and track improvements.

                Digital Marketing Support (Secondary)

                • Provide keyword-informed recommendations for blog posts, social posts, or project write-ups.
                • Assist with improving Google Business Profile content and updates.
                • Support light social media posting or strategy as needed.
                • Provide recommendations for paid ad improvements (Google Ads or Meta Ads), if applicable.

                Collaboration & Communication

                • Work with the Office Manager and Owner to define goals, priorities, and timelines.
                • Provide monthly summaries of performance metrics and suggested next steps.
                • Recommend updates or additions to website content to support SEO and conversion goals.
                • Clearly explain findings, opportunities, and SEO recommendations in non-technical language.

                Internship Goals 

                • Establish a clear SEO baseline and roadmap
                • Execute high-impact SEO improvements
                • Increase organic visibility for core services
                • Improve lead quality and conversion performance
                • Strengthen local SEO presence and ensure long-term sustainability

                Learning Opportunities

                • Software & digital tools
                  • Basic CMS & local SEO tools (website updates, Google Business Profile) — adding project pages, photo captioning, and local search basics.
                  • Basic analytics — reading Google Analytics / Search Console or simple traffic reports to evaluate marketing impact.
                  • Photo & content tools — smartphone photography best practices, simple editing, and Canva or similar for marketing assets.
                • Marketing & customer-facing skills
                  • Content & social strategy — creating site copy, project spotlights, and social posts that drive leads.
                  • Lead qualification — how to evaluate the quality of a lead and route it appropriately for best conversion.
                • Soft skills & professional development
                  • Teamwork & workplace communication — working with a small crew, taking ownership, and assuming positive intent.
                  • Problem-solving & adaptability — field troubleshooting, re-sequencing work, and customer-first solutions.
                  • Time management & accountability — running to schedule, owning tasks, and accurate work logging.
                • Tangible deliverables & portfolio pieces interns can show
                  • A report with SEO/website recommendations and traffic impact.

                Qualifications

                • Currently pursuing a degree in Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
                  Custom Applications Developer Intern

                  Location: Remote

                  Hours: 10 hours/week

                  Job Description:

                  Luke’s Landscaping is seeking a developer to build a cross-platform (mobile + desktop) landscape management application from our existing AppSheet kanban and supporting spreadsheets. The primary goal is to increase sales efficiency and conversion, give field crews access to job-specific information, and sync customer data with QuickBooks.

                  Responsibilities

                  • Convert the existing AppSheet kanban (lead → contract workflow) into a robust, user-friendly mobile & desktop application.
                  • Implement role-based interfaces: salesperson (lead management / estimates / conversion), office/admin (customer records, invoices, reporting), and field crew (job details, checklists, time/material logging, photos).
                  • Integrate and sync customer and invoice data with QuickBooks Online (two-way where appropriate), including customer records, billing addresses, and estimate status
                  • Support import of existing data from current spreadsheets and AppSheet, and map data fields to the new app schema.
                  • Build offline-capable features (or graceful offline handling) for jobsite use with sync when connectivity returns.
                  • Implement notifications and simple task reminders (e.g., new estimate to follow up, job start, material pickup).
                  • Create a simple admin panel for configuration: user management, status board settings, pricing items, and field forms.
                  • Provide secure authentication, data validation, role-based access control, and basic data backup/export functionality.
                  • Develop user-friendly forms for estimating, material tracking, time logs, and site notes/photos.
                  • Test the app on representative devices, fix reported bugs, and refine workflows based on pilot user feedback.
                  • Provide documentation (admin guide + quick user guides) and short training sessions for staff.
                  • Hand off source code, deployment instructions, and a concise maintenance plan

                  Learning Opportunities

                  • Software & digital tools
                    • QuickBooks Online — customer records, invoicing, basic reconciliation, and understanding how field jobs flow into accounting.
                    • Google Workspace — collaborative docs, Sheets for tracking, Calendar scheduling, and Gmail best practices.
                    • AppSheet / Kanban & workflow apps — how lead → estimate → contract pipelines work and how to convert spreadsheets into app-driven workflows.
                  • Business, operations & finance
                    • Estimating & sales support — creating estimates, pricing logic, and the sales follow-up process.
                    • Job costing & P&L logic — how to assign labor, materials, and overhead to specific jobs and read basic job profitability.
                    • Scheduling & logistics — crew scheduling, material deliveries, and coordinating subcontractors/vendors.
                    • Billing & milestone invoicing — using deposits, milestone billing, and reconciling billed vs. actuals.
                  • Marketing & customer-facing skills
                    • Client communication — professional email/phone templates, managing expectations, and asking for reviews.
                    • Lead qualification — how to evaluate the quality of a lead and route it appropriately for best conversion.
                  • Soft skills & professional development
                    • Teamwork & workplace communication — working with a small crew, taking ownership, and assuming positive intent.
                    • Problem-solving & adaptability — field troubleshooting, re-sequencing work, and customer-first solutions.
                    • Time management & accountability — running to schedule, owning tasks, and accurate work logging.
                  • Tangible deliverables & portfolio pieces interns can show
                    • A cleaned-up set of migrated leads in the new app + a short playbook for use.
                    • Before/after project photos and a short write-up for marketing.
                    • Functioning, scaleable, app showcasing development skills

                      Northside | Northshore  Chamber of Commerce (northsidechamberofcommerce.com)

                      Promotes, connects, and supports the growth of Pittsburgh’s Northside businesses

                      Available positions at The Northside Chamber of Commerce include:
                      Entrepreneurship + Business Development Intern

                      Location: Remote

                      Hours: 15 hours/week

                      Job Description:

                      The Entrepreneurship & Business Development Intern will focus on projects that strengthen the Chamber’s role as a driver of local business growth and community development. This position emphasizes strategic thinking, program design, and applied entrepreneurship.

                      Responsibilities

                      • Tourism & Revenue Initiatives – Research and develop a sustainable tourism program that leverages Chamber members, highlights Northside assets, and creates new revenue streams.
                      • Year-End Report – Organize and analyze membership/program data; contribute to the structure, content, and storytelling for the Chamber’s annual report.
                      • Scavenger Hunt Clues – Write creative and historically accurate clues for the Flat Northsiders cultural scavenger hunt based on pre-selected historical figures.
                      • Collaborative Work – Partner with the Communications & Creative Media Intern on orientation materials, profiles, and tourism-related storytelling.
                      • Qualifications
                        • Major in Entrepreneurship, Business, or related field
                        • Interest or minor in History a plus
                        • Strong organizational, research, and problem-solving skills
                        • Ability to translate data into compelling insights
                        • Interest in community development and revenue generation strategies

                      Internship Goals 

                      Describe the goals and measurable results needed to deem this a successful placement. Be specific and realistic for an 8-week timeframe.  

                      • Tourism Initiative Plan – Deliver a written plan with at least 3 actionable strategies for engaging member businesses in tourism and generating ongoing Chamber revenue.
                      • Year-End Report – Produce a structured, professional draft that includes data analysis of membership and programs, with clear visuals and storytelling to communicate impact to stakeholders.
                      • Scavenger Hunt Contribution – Write a minimum of 10 historically accurate and engaging clues to support the Chamber’s cultural programming.
                      • Member Engagement Strategies – Identify at least 2 new opportunities to leverage Chamber member expertise/assets for community and economic benefit

                      Learning Opportunities

                      • Gain experience in program design and strategic planning within a nonprofit and business association setting.
                      • Apply entrepreneurial thinking to tourism development and sustainable revenue generation.
                      • Strengthen data analysis, reporting, and presentation skills through work on the Chamber’s year-end report.
                      • Explore the intersection of history, culture, and business in community development projects.
                      • Build a professional network with local business leaders, cultural organizations, and community partners.
                      • Develop skills in creative problem-solving by balancing business strategy with community needs.

                      Pittsburgh Robotics Network (robopgh.org)

                      Representing companies and leaders who make up the Pittsburgh region’s robotics, autonomy, and AI ecosystem. 

                      Available positions at the Pittsburgh Robotics Network include:
                      • Data Analyst Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
                      • Research and Insights Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
                      Data Analytics Intern

                      Location: Remote

                      Hours: 10 hours/week

                      Job Description:

                      The Workforce Data Analyst Intern will support the Pittsburgh Robotics Network’s workforce intelligence efforts by analyzing 1,400 job postings from robotics and advanced manufacturing companies. This role involves cleaning and categorizing data, identifying trends in job titles, responsibilities, and required skills, and supporting the creation of visual dashboards and summary reports.

                      Key Responsibilities:

                      • Parse and clean the raw job dataset using Excel, Google Sheets, or basic data tools.
                      • Classify job titles into meaningful categories (e.g., technical, operations, business).
                      • Identify recurring skills, certifications, and software tools mentioned in postings.
                      • Support quantitative and qualitative analysis of hiring trends.
                      • Collaborate with the Research & Insights Intern to interpret findings.
                      • Contribute visuals (charts/tables) for the final report.

                      Preferred Skills:

                      • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
                      • Proficiency with spreadsheets; familiarity with Python, R, or Power BI is a plus.
                      • Interest in robotics, manufacturing, or workforce development.
                        Attention to detail and comfort working with unstructured data.
                          Research and Insights Intern

                          Location: Remote

                          Hours: 10 hours/week

                          Job Description:

                          The Workforce Research & Insights Intern will interpret and communicate findings from a regional robotics job dataset. The intern will identify patterns in in-demand skills, emerging job titles, and gaps in training alignment—helping PRN provide actionable recommendations to training providers and economic development partners.

                          Key Responsibilities:

                          • Review categorized job data to extract trends and insights.
                          • Conduct desk research to validate findings against national robotics labor trends.
                          • Draft a concise workforce insights report with visuals and recommendations.
                          • Collaborate with Data Analyst Interns on cross-checking findings.
                          • Present findings to PRN staff and partners at the end of the internship.

                          Preferred Skills:

                          • Excellent writing, communication, and synthesis skills.
                          • Familiarity with workforce development, labor data, or technical fields.
                          • Comfort with spreadsheets and data visualization tools.
                          • Interest in emerging technology and future-of-work trends.

                              Senior Olympics of Western PA (seniorolympicswpa.weebly.com)

                              Where athletes over 50 prove age isn’t a limit but a flex — we’re not old, we’re unstoppable — racking up medals at regional and national competitions in basketball, volleyball, pickleball, track and field, and more, all while elevating active aging, fueling lifelong fitness, and boldly “redefining senior momentsTM” one competition at a time.

                              Available positions at the Senior Olympics of Western PA include: 
                              • Communications and Member Engagement Intern – Remote – 15 hrs/week
                              Communications and Member Engagement Intern

                              Location: Remote

                              Hours: 15 hours/week

                              Job Description:

                              SOWPA is seeking a creative, organized, tech-savvy intern to support communications, marketing, and event coordination. This role is perfect for students interested in sports management, marketing, digital media or communications. You will help elevate SOWPA’s visibility, grow membership, spotlight athlete achievements, and enhance the club’s digital presence and tournament operations—including support for the marquee Rivalry at the Rock 3v3 Women’s Basketball Tournament.

                              These are example projects you may work on, depending on your interests, skills, and organizational needs.

                               

                              Key Responsibilities: 

                              Digital Media & Communications

                              • Manage and enhance SOWPA social media channels (Facebook, Instagram; optional TikTok).
                              • Develop a social media content calendar focused on tournaments, member highlights, training tips, event results, and medal wins.
                              • Create a web link/photo submission portal for members to upload team pictures, action shots, and stories.
                              • Draft and distribute press releases for tournaments, new member announcements, medal counts, and significant accomplishments.
                              • Produce a monthly SOWPA newsletter highlighting events, member stories, upcoming tournaments, and club updates.
                              • Write feature stories and spotlight articles on SOWPA athletes, capturing their history, achievements, and personal journeys.

                              Website & Digital Infrastructure

                              • Update and maintain the SOWPA website to ensure accurate schedules, registration links, photos, and announcements.
                              • Create a cleaner landing page or shortened website address to improve accessibility.
                              • Build a one-stop tournament calendar for SOWPA athletes—including regional, state, and national opportunities.
                              • Assist in building a Pittsburgh-area Senior Basketball Group using platforms such as GameChanger, Facebook, Instagram, business cards, and QR codes.

                              Membership Engagement & Growth

                              • Develop a communications system to keep all members informed—email lists, texting platforms, or team-management apps.
                              • Build and maintain a player database including rosters, contact info, tournament history, and medals earned.
                              • Assist with member recruitment, especially for 3v3 women’s basketball and other senior sports.
                              • Create a Save-the-Date digital suite (flyer, graphic, and link) for the 2026 Rivalry at the Rock Tournament

                              Event Support

                              • Assist with planning, organizing, and publicizing SOWPA tournaments and events.
                              • Provide logistical and promotional support for Rivalry at the Rock, including registration, communications, social media, swag coordination, and event-day operations.
                              • Research and propose swag ideas.
                              • Support facility-related needs such as window shades and display case updates at Cubs Hall.

                               

                              Qualifications:

                              • Strong written communication skills; experience with press releases a plus.
                              • Familiarity with social media tools (Facebook, Instagram), Canva, or similar design platforms.
                              • Experience with website updates (Weebly, Wix, WordPress) or willingness to learn.
                              • Interest in sports, aging communities, storytelling, or nonprofit work.
                              • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
                              • Comfortable interacting with athletes and volunteers age 50+.
                              • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

                                Storify Marketing (www.storifymarketing.com) / Tech FounderX (tchfx.com)

                                Providing fractional CMO and strategic messaging + advisory services for sales-focused B2B tech companies that want to be expert category leaders. Storify Marketing is launching a peer advisory group, Tech FounderX, launching in April 2026 for B2B tech founders who want to grow their companies beyond their own selling.

                                Available positions at Storify Marketing include:
                                • Member Experience and Event Operations Intern – Remote – 10 hrs/week
                                Member Experience and Event Operations Intern

                                Location: Remote

                                Hours: 10 hours/week

                                Job Description:

                                Storify Marketing is launching Tech FounderX, a peer advisory group event for B2B tech founders who want to grow their companies beyond their own selling. TFX brings together experienced founders in a high-trust, cohort-style environment to share insights, solve real growth challenges, and build clarity around messaging, sales, and leadership.

                                Role Overview
                                The Member Experience & Event Operations Intern will support the launch and operations of Tech FounderX, with a primary focus on member logistics, meeting coordination, and execution of TFX’s first in-person intensive event in April 2026.

                                This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented student interested in event planning, operations, entrepreneurship, and founder communities. The intern will work closely with the founder to ensure meetings and events are well-prepared, professional, and thoughtfully executed.

                                Goals

                                Consistent execution of virtual TFX meetings

                                • All virtual sessions are supported end-to-end with agendas, reminders, materials, and follow-up communications prepared and sent on time.

                                Successful planning and execution of the April 2026 Pittsburgh intensive

                                • Event logistics, run-of-show documents, materials, and onsite support are prepared in advance and executed smoothly during the event.

                                Creation of a Tech FounderX Operations Playbook

                                • Core workflows for meetings, member onboarding, communications, and events are documented in a clear, repeatable format

                                Improved member experience and communication consistency

                                • Members receive clear, timely information and feel prepared for meetings and events.

                                Reduction of founder involvement in operational logistics

                                • By the end of the internship, routine logistics and coordination no longer require day-to-day founder oversight.

                                Support founder recruitment operations and prospect experience 

                                • Recruitment workflows, scheduling, and communications for prospective Tech FounderX members are documented and consistently executed during the February–March recruiting period, ensuring prospects receive timely information, clear next steps, and a professional experience.

                                Learning Opportunities

                                • Planning and executing professional, high-touch founder events
                                • Event logistics, run-of-show development, and onsite coordination
                                • Operations behind peer advisory and community-based programs
                                • Professional communication and coordination with senior leaders
                                • Building repeatable systems, templates, and operational documentation
                                • Supporting live events in a real-world business environment
                                • Supporting recruitment logistics and onboarding workflows for a founder-led peer advisory group using 1:many communication and scheduling systems