Public Service Fellows Program Overview
The Public Service Fellows (PSF) Program began in 2014 with support from the State Employees Credit Union (SECU) Foundation. Since its inception 81 undergraduate students have completed internships with 53 organizations located in 13 North Carolina counties. The goal of the program is to foster workplace experiences for undergraduates at ECU while helping rural communities build professional capacity to address public issues.
Starting in 2019, up to 20 students will be chosen each year for SECU Public Fellow Internships (PFI). PFI participants will take part in 20 hours of leadership and professional development workshops in addition to the 330-hour PSF internship experience. Each student selected for the program receives a stipend of $4,500.
Position Summary
The position will be working with the Economic Development Director to help recruit, retain and expand business operation in the County through the development of technical data and its distribution through web-based and social media. Research activities will include web searches, interaction with local, state and federal officials, interviews of local businesses and organizations, and attendance at various local economic development meetings. The intern will have their own office and use of BCED’s office equipment.
Internship Location & Supervisor Information
Beaufort County Economic Development was established in 2013 to facilitate the creation of new employment and increase business activity while encouraging the development of more advanced manufacturing in Beaufort County.
Beaufort County Economic Development is located at 705 Page Road in Washington, NC.
The student will report directly to Martyn Johnson, Director.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong writing skills, computer and internet skills, public speaking and verbal communication skills and data analysis skills.
Start & End Dates
May 16th, 2019 through August 15th, 2019
Majors Targeted
Geography, marketing, economics, and journalism
Application Process
Applicants must complete a PFI application and submit a resume to be considered. Applications are available at https://rede.ecu.edu/engagement/programs-and-initiatives/secu-pfi/.
All students selected for the PFI program must have undergraduate status and meet the following eligibility requirements by the internship start date:
* North Carolina resident
* 3.0 GPA or higher in major field of study
* Completion of at least 60 semester credit hours
East Carolina University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and as such encourages applications from qualified women and minorities.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at 252.737.1016 (voice/TTY).
Federal law requires proper documentation of identity and employability at the time of employment.