GENEDGE Marketing Intern

Title: GENEDGE Marketing Intern

Hiring Range: Expected: $15.00 per hour and/or Academic/College Credit (depending on program policy)

Agency Website: www.genedge.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

*This is a GENEDGE position. Patrick & Henry Community College/VCCS serve as fiscal agent.

If you want a true seat at the table where your efforts do make a meaningful difference, then you are looking for GENEDGE! The GENEDGE mission is to positively impact the growth and prosperity of Virginia’s industry. We are passionate about helping the Commonwealth’s small and medium-sized manufacturing, engineering, and technology businesses innovate, compete, and grow. We serve as the go-to resource for accelerating the creation and expansion of industrial clusters and valuable jobs.

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Marketing Intern to join our dynamic marketing team. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of marketing, including digital marketing, email marketing, content creation, social media management, and administrative tasks. Under the guidance of the Director of Marketing & Content Service Delivery, you will learn the ropes of state, local, and government level marketing, contributing to meaningful projects and initiatives.


Expected Duration: 3 months, potentially extended upon review
Expected Compensation: Approximately $15.00 an hour and/or academic credit (choice to selected applicant depending on if program permits internship to be paid).
Expected Hours: This is a wage (hourly) position. Hours expected to vary 10-29 hours per week.
Location: Expected to come into the GENEDGE Richmond office at least twice a week.

In this position, you will get to:
• Work directly with experienced marketing professionals and learn from the best in the industry
• Gain practical experience in state, local, and government level marketing
• Develop a comprehensive skill set in digital marketing, content creation, and social media management
• Network with professionals in the field and explore potential career paths
• Receive academic credit (if applicable and approved by your educational institution)

In this position, your responsibilities will include:
• Assist in the development and implementation of digital marketing campaigns
• Contribute to content creation for our blog, social media channels, and other platforms
• Support email marketing initiatives, including list management, content creation, and analysis
• Engage with our community across social media platforms, ensuring a consistent and brand-aligned voice
• Perform administrative tasks as needed, including data entry, research, and report preparation
• Collaborate with team members to brainstorm and implement creative marketing strategies

Minimum Qualifications

Skills and Specifications
• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with digital marketing trends and best practices
• Experience with social media platforms, including Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and Instagram
• Basic understanding of email marketing tools and content management systems
• Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take initiative

Additional Considerations

Please submit your resume, a cover letter explaining your interest in the position, and any relevant portfolio pieces or work samples as Other Document. In your cover letter, please highlight any previous marketing experience, your availability, and why you are a great fit for this position.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Special Requirements Selected applicant must pass a criminal records background check. Documents verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States must be presented upon employment.

Required Materials: Only applications submitted through the Virginia Jobs online application process will be accepted.


Only applications submitted through the Virginia Jobs online application process will be accepted. Visit our website at https://www.genedge.org/about-genedge/join-our-staff/ for more information on the online application process and for the necessary links.
Selected applicants must pass a criminal records background check. Documents verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States must be presented upon employment.

Failure to complete all sections of the application will render the application incomplete and applicant will not be considered.

GENEDGE ALLIANCE complies with E-Verify which is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.

GENEDGE ALLIANCE, (www.genedge.org) has been helping industry since 1996 as part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) network of Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centers.

GENEDGE ALLIANCE is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran’s status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), GENEDGE will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. Contact 757-807-0777 for assistance.

For additional information visit our website at www.genedge.org

Contact Information

Name: Teddy Martin

Phone: 7578070777

Email: tmartin@genedge.org

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.