Summer Internship Opportunities - Agritourism & Agribusiness - Paid
State of South Carolina
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Business Consultant
State of South Carolina
Winthrop University
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$55,000 - $55,000
per year
Type
Temporary
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves advising small business owners on growth strategies, funding options, and key business areas like finance and marketing, while also leading workshops and building community partnerships in South Carolina.
A good fit would be someone with a business background who enjoys public speaking, problem-solving, and working independently to support local economic development.
The role requires travel across multiple counties and staying updated on industry trends.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
- Knowledge of basic business tools including financial analysis, business research, marketing, and accounting
- Ability to speak publicly to diverse groups such as bankers, government officials, and business owners
- Creative problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects and clients
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Master’s degree in business management, accounting, or marketing, or five years as a business owner or in business development (preferred)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
Full Job Description
- Consults and counsels prospective and existing business owners in all areas of business to encourage business growth and prepare them to apply for business funding.
- Conducts limited research to provide businesses with sources of information on taxes, regulations, finance and labor markets, sources of funding, etc.
- Follows the South Carolina SBDC Strategic Plan to ensure personal goals for key performance indicators are achieved and reports those personal key performance indicators through the Neoserra database.
- Participates in weekly staff meetings and office responsibilities, working effectively without direct supervision.
- Advocates for SBDC programs through public relation activities in the designated territory, as approved by supervisor.
- Maintains good working relationships with relevant agencies and community stakeholders.
- Assists in identifying and cultivating private- and public-sector management and capital resources to assist in economic development efforts.
- Completes 30 hours of professional development activities annually and remains current on best practices and industry trends.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. Knowledge of basic business tools to include financial analysis, business research, marketing and accounting. Ability to speak in public to represent the SBDC at functions as varied as educational workshops and Chamber of Commerce events, and speaking with diverse group of individuals such as bankers, government officials and resource providers. Ability to be a creative thinker to assist with problem-solving, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in business management, accounting, or marketing or five years as a business owner or in business development area. Experience creating and presenting business workshops to the business community is highly desired. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
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