Center for Creative Economy

Winter/Spring 2026 Intern

Winston-Salem, NC
  • Unpaid
  • Winter 2026
  • On-site
  • Internship

Listing details

  • Posted Aug 17
  • Last verified Nov 4

About the job

Are you a student passionate about creativity, entrepreneurship, and community impact? The Center for Creative Economy (CCE) is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our nonprofit's marketing, programming, and operational efforts during Winter/Spring 2026. You'll gain hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization that supports creative entrepreneurs across early stages of business development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support such as scheduling, data entry, and preparing materials for meetings and events
  • Assist with donor management by updating contact records and maintaining the database
  • Support program operations by tracking attendance and updating the learning management system
  • Help with setup and cleanup for program sessions and events
  • Draft content for social media, blogs, and newsletters to promote programs and share impact
  • Develop alumni spotlights for use on CCE's website and social platforms
  • Assemble sponsor packets and assist with outreach and stewardship efforts
  • Capture photos and short videos during events and program sessions for marketing use
  • Attend team meetings and assist with day-to-day operations as needed

What We're Looking For:

  • A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Interest in marketing, social media, entrepreneurship, or nonprofit work
  • Comfort with tools like Canva, Mailchimp, and Google Workspace (or willingness to learn)

Internship Details:

  • This is an unpaid, in-person internship with support for academic credit
  • Ideally, the intern will work 10–15 hours per week, 2 days a week, between the hours of 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday-Thursday, from December through May
  • The exact hours and duration are flexible based on the intern's needs and academic schedule

About CCE:

CCE's mission is to Launch, Accelerate, and Grow creative entrepreneurs through three dynamic programs:

  • Velocity: A 10-week accelerator for creative entrepreneurs to grow viable businesses
  • Kinetic: A 6-week business boot camp focused on customer discovery and idea validation
  • Pathways: A mindset training program focused on aspiring entrepreneurs

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