Business Summer Internship 2026 Marketing and Outreach Team

ABOUT PACE

Founded in 1975 Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) is a local community nonprofit dedicated to serving the regions diverse communities. What started as job training for the Asian Pacific Islander communities has grown into a full-service organization serving a diverse community of 40000 people annually across programs including:

• Job training & Employment
• Business Development
• Early Childhood Education (Head Start)
• Affordable Housing
• Weatherization and Energy Conservation Programs

With 350 staff PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs. PACE is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients. Learn more at PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (BDC)

PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PACE BDC) promotes the growth and economic expansion of diverse Los Angeles communities through the infusion of capital and the provision of business consultation services and financial literacy training. Housed in the PACE Business Development Center (BDC) the Procurement Team assists small businesses in securing contracts from government agencies and private sector companies. PACE is the only Southern California Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce to promote the growth and global competitiveness of small and minority businesses. PACE is also partnering with Mayor Karen Bass in administering the Citys ProcureLA program a procurement initiative connecting small and minority businesses to contract opportunities with an emphasis on preparing for the 2028 LA Olympics.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This summer internship program is designed for providing the intern gain a deep understanding
of nonprofit organizations serving the community and engage in practical marketing case studies.
Through working directly with the PACE Business Marketing Team the intern will play a pivotal
role in elevating our brand visibility and amplifying the success stories of the entrepreneurs and
small business owners we serve.

• Real-World Marketing: Learn how to plan and run marketing campaigns using professional tools like Canva Constant Contact and Eventbrite.
• Web Design & Tech: Get hands-on training in website management. PACE will teach you how to use Elementor (WordPress) to redesign and update our official website.
• Nonprofit Insights: Understand how a nonprofit organization connects with and serves diverse communities through communication.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Team

• Marketing and outreach campaigns
• Analyze and present strategies on how nonprofits like PACE are reaching the communities
• they serve through marketing communications
• Provide logistical and creative support for the planning and execution of PACE Business
• events.

Content Creation:

• Prepare conduct and film client interviews to produce a series of short-form vertical video testimonials

Digital Growth

• Assist in the website redesign project transitioning to the Elementor builder to align with the standard.

Outreach & Visibility

• Collaborate with staff on marketing campaigns and projects specifically designed to increase PACEs brand presence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic

• 2 years or more at a college or university program currently enrolled

Tech Competency

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Suite (Outlook Excel PPT Word and Notes)
• Familiarity with basic software programs such as Canva Constant Contact
  Eventbrite and Google Analytics.
• Knowledge of WordPress is a significant plus

Soft Skills

• Strong understanding of marketing/outreach strategies and a passion for community driven work.

PROGRAM FORMAT

Phase I: Shadowing & Knowledge

• Shadowing various PACE programs
• Understand the ecosystem of business development and client services
• Learn client services workflows and Business Department work processes

Phase II: Execution & Marketing Operations

• Learn the marketing campaigns (Canva Constant Contact and Eventbrite)
• Prepare conduct and film client interviews to produce a series of short-form video testimonials.
• Assisting in event planning and daily marketing tasks

Phase III: Digital Build and Online Marketing

• Assisting with the website redesign project using Elementor (WordPress)
• Support online marketing initiatives and event coordination
• Assisting in event planning and daily marketing tasks

Phase IV: Synthesis & Final Project

• Complete a Final Project Report (PPT) on PACEs brand visibility and community reach
• Deliver a final presentation to the team
• Internship completion ceremony and certificate award

PROGRAM DETAILS

Duration: 12 16 Weeks

Team: Marketing Team PACE Business

Focus: Marketing Digital Strategy and Community Outreach

Location: On-site at our PACE DTLA office: 1055 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles CA 90017

Compensation: This internship is UNPAID. While no compensation is provided the goal is for the intern to gain valuable hands on experience while serving the community.

HOW TO APPLY

• All applicants must upload resume and complete online application on PACEs website to be considered: will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only applications submitted directly on our website will be considered and only candidates who have been selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.