CIC Communication Assistant (Federal Work Study) (Student Wage)

Community Investment Collaborative in partnership with Student Financial Services is recircuiting an undergraduate federal work study eligible student to work in the role of Communications Assistant. CIC is located at 300 Preston Avenue Suite 206 Charlottesville Virginia 22902.

Organization Description: The Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is a nonprofit organization that specializes in micro-enterprise development and offers micro-financing and business training to small and micro-enterprises in Charlottesville and the surrounding counties. CICs mission is to strengthen the community and contribute to economic development by fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education microlending mentoring and networking. CIC leverages community resources to provide capital and education to entrepreneurs who have difficulty accessing funding from traditional sources and who seek an educational support system that is relevant to their business needs. CIC accomplishes this by providing loans and advisory support to existing and aspiring entrepreneurs in the form of business training one-on-one mentoring and networking events. By supporting small business growth and expansion CIC helps to create jobs and strengthen the local economy and community.

Overview of Opportunity : CIC is looking for a student to join its team as a Communications Assistant. Working at CIC is a unique opportunity for students to be fully involved in a local and diverse organization. Work-study students will gain hands-on experience in developing marketing materials managing the website and social media creating program literature evaluating the success metrics of the organizations programs and communications outreach and researching organizational fundraising opportunities. CIC work-study students can be assured of having a meaningful impact on the growth and development of a local community organization that supports small businesses.

Professional Development: The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through projects assigned but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its

entrepreneur clients in order to ensure full support. Therefore it will similarly have strong connections with the struggles and triumphs of business.

Students will learn the art of communication through CICs education programs and stakeholder engagement including writing storytelling interviewing designing marketing materials (Canva Adobe Suite etc) and adapting messages for different audiences. They will also gain a foundation in business through training courses and hands-on client work such as successful fundraising strategies community impact measurement researching businesses and collecting information. Additionally students will have the opportunity to explore other areas of CIC and broaden their skills beyond communications.

The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through assigned projects but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneurs in order to ensure full and ongoing support. Students will hone their communication skills through CICs educational programs and stakeholder engagement and expand their

knowledge of business throughout their internship.

Schedule:

The Communications Assistant will collaborate with the Development and Communications Coordinator and the Chief Operating Officer to establish a mutually agreeable required and consistent schedule of 10 hrs/wk. We request that the student work in the office two to three days per week.

CIC understands classes are a priority and as such some flexibility with remote work is allowed as needed. Our office is located at 300 Preston Ave. Suite 206 Charlottesville VA.

Compensation:

The student will be compensated $15.00 per hour for a maximum of 10 hours per week.

The hiring manger request that a resume and cover letter be submitted for further consideration.

This position begins the week of August 26 2025 and ends May 8 2026.

Questions related to the position may be directed to Mary Fields

Minimum Qualifications:

UVA student with Federal Work Study eligibility

Qualifications:

Curiosity/interest in learning

Interest in working with others and teams

Interest in marketing (social media email newsletters website management)

Interest in event planning and coordination

Interest in small business and entrepreneurship

Interest in helping individuals from low-income backgrounds

Strong communication skills

Strong writing skills interest in grant writing

Strong technology skills (G Suite Microsoft Office Canva)

Ability to manage multiple projects at one time

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVAs commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.