SVRA Research and Data Analysis Intern

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

Interested in business, economics, or community development? Join the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance (SVRA) within the Economic Development division at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR). This internship provides hands‑on experience supporting industry growth, analyzing regional trends, and helping attract new businesses to Southern Virginia. Under the mentorship of Linda Hutson Green, Executive Director of SVRA, interns will contribute meaningful research and outreach that supports economic advancement in the region.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Collect, organize, and analyze data to support economic development initiatives
Assist with social media content and publications to communicate key insights
Support meetings, events, and industry outreach activities
Prepare documents and presentations using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and similar tools
Maintain confidentiality and ensure accuracy in all data and communications

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

Hands-on experience in economic research, data analysis, and regional development
Insight into how communities attract new industries and support business growth
Skills in professional communication, content creation, and public engagement
Real-world experience collaborating with economic development professionals

PROGRAM DETAILS

Duration: 8 weeks
Schedule: Approximately 28 hours per week, up to a maximum of 224 hours
Compensation: $15 per hour / $3,360 total stipend
Location: In-person at IALR (Danville, VA)

OTHER DETAILS

IALR reserves the right to modify and/or cancel the internship program. Modifications may include a shortened timeframe with a pro‑rated adjustment to compensation, alternate assignments, or adjustments to work-site location. Internships are primarily in-person. The IALR Internship Program does not provide local housing or a housing allowance.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for the 2026 IALR Internship Program, applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria:
Be a high school graduate (may be graduating Spring 2026) with plans to attend college in Fall 2026
Be a current undergraduate or graduate student
Be a recent college graduate (within the past 12 months)

INTERNSHIP TIMELINE

Application Deadline: March 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM (EST)
Candidate Interviews (Microsoft Teams): April 16–17, 2026
Intern Selection Notifications: April 30, 2026

Please note: IALR internships are highly competitive, and not all applicants will be invited to interview.

MANDATORY PROGRAM DATES

Intern Orientation (required for all interns): June 1, 2026 OR June 8, 2026
Mandatory Internship Luncheon and Final Presentations: July 24, 2026

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS

Interns must complete a total of 224 hours by August 10, 2026
The internship is designed as an 8-week program served in consecutive weeks
Interns are permitted ONE unpaid week off during the program
Except for this one week, interns are expected to work continuously

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
All applicants must submit ONE letter of recommendation as part of the application process. The letter will be reviewed in addition to application responses. The letter must be received by March 20, 2026.

SUBMISSION OPTIONS
Letters of recommendation can be provided by email or address. The details are below:

Email:
hr@ialr.org

Mail:
ATTN: HR – Internship
Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
150 Slayton Avenue
Danville, VA 24540

LETTER REQUIREMENTS
The letter must include:

The reference’s relationship to the applicant
Length of time the reference has known the applicant
Comments on the applicant’s knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to the internship
Any concerns that may prevent successful completion of the internship

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