Business & Community Lenders of Texas

Business & Community Program Development Intern

Position Type: Internship

Location: BCL of Texas, 2212 S. Congress Ave, Austin TX 78704

Level/Salary Range: Unpaid Posting

URL: http://www.bcloftexas.org/opportunities.aspx

Company Description:

BCL of Texas is a not‐for‐profit community development corporation, which furthers economic development by promoting and assisting in the growth of small businesses in Texas.  In addition to providing business with counseling and technical assistance, BCL of Texas originates, underwrites, processes, closes and services business loans to healthy, growing businesses. Its mission is to create long‐term jobs through business development and ensure that local communities benefit by an increased sales and property tax base for the long term.  The organization also offers homeownership program, helping customers remain responsible and successful homeowners. BCL of Texas is a charter member of the Small Business Administration and a member of the nationwide NeighborWorks® Network, which engages in revitalization strategies that strengthen communities and transform lives.  

Job Purpose:

Provides program support services by implementing administrative systems, data collection, procedures and policies, and monitoring administrative projects.  Market programs by developing and implementing marketing campaigns; maintaining promotional materials inventory; planning meetings and trade shows; and maintaining databases. Assist on special project and programs as needed related to business development, commercial lending, and community development.

Duties:

• Keeps promotional materials ready by coordinating with program leads.
• Supports staff by providing data collection, data entry, and program reporting as needed.
• Plan meetings and trade shows by identifying, assembling, and coordinating requirements.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading trade publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related program goals as needed.
• Provide customer service support by answer phones (must display proper phone etiquette) and greeting walk‐in and appointment individuals.  
• Assist all team members with program administrative support.  

Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain appearance and demeanor appropriate for working in a professional office environment.
• Ability to listen and communicate well (verbally and in writing).
• Experience working with the public is helpful.
• Microsoft Office skills are necessary.
• Interest in learning business development, community development, and economic development skills.
• Business course background preferred but not required.

Applications Accepted By:

Raquel Valdez

Director of Corporate Strategies

ph: (512) 383‐0025 

fax: (512) 610‐2568

email: rvaldez@bcloftexas.org

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