Business Summer Internship 2026 - Marketing and Outreach Team
Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE), Los Angeles, CA, United States
Business Summer Internship 2026 - Marketing and Outreach Team
Founded in 1975, Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) is a local community nonprofit dedicated to serving the region's diverse communities. What started as job training for the Asian Pacific Islander communities has grown into a full-service organization serving a diverse community of 40,000+ people annually across programs including:
Job training & Employment
Business Development
Early Childhood Education (Head Start)
Affordable Housing
Weatherization and Energy Conservation Programs
With 350+ staff, PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs. PACE is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients. Learn more at https://pacela.org/
ABOUT PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (BDC) PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PACE BDC) promotes the growth and economic expansion of diverse Los Angeles communities through the infusion of capital and the provision of business consultation services and financial literacy training. Housed in the PACE Business Development Center (BDC), the Procurement Team assists small businesses in securing contracts from government agencies and private sector companies. PACE is the only Southern California Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce to promote the growth and global competitiveness of small and minority businesses. PACE is also partnering with Mayor Karen Bass in administering the City’s ProcureLA program, a procurement initiative connecting small and minority businesses to contract opportunities with an emphasis on preparing for the 2028 LA Olympics.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW This summer internship program is designed for providing the intern gain a deep understanding of nonprofit organizations serving the community and engage in practical marketing case studies. Through working directly with the PACE Business Marketing Team, the intern will play a pivotal role in elevating our brand visibility and amplifying the success stories of the entrepreneurs and small business owners we serve.
Real-World Marketing: Learn how to plan and run marketing campaigns using professional tools like Canva, Constant Contact, and Eventbrite.
Web Design & Tech: Get hands‑on training in website management. PACE will teach you how to use Elementor (WordPress) to redesign and update our official website.
Nonprofit Insights: Understand how a nonprofit organization connects with and serves diverse communities through communication.
RESPONSIBILITIES Assist Team
Marketing and outreach campaigns
Analyze and present strategies on how nonprofits like PACE are reaching the communities they serve through marketing communications
Provide logistical and creative support for the planning and execution of PACE Business events.
Content Creation
Prepare, conduct, and film client interviews to produce a series of short-form vertical video testimonials
Digital Growth
Assist in the website redesign project, transitioning to the Elementor builder to align with the ProcureLA.com standard.
Collaborate with staff on marketing campaigns and projects specifically designed to increase PACE’s brand presence.
QUALIFICATIONS
2 years or more in a college or university program, currently enrolled
Advanced skills with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, PPT, Word and Notes)
Familiarity with basic software programs such as Canva, Constant Contact, Eventbrite, and Google Analytics.
Knowledge of WordPress is a significant plus
SOFT SKILLS
Strong understanding of marketing/outreach strategies and a passion for community driven work.
PROGRAM FORMAT Phase I: Shadowing & Knowledge
Shadowing various PACE programs
Understand the ecosystem of business development and client services
Learn client services workflows and Business Department work processes
Phase II: Execution & Marketing Operations
Learn the marketing campaigns (Canva, Constant Contact, and Eventbrite)
Prepare, conduct, and film client interviews to produce a series of short-form video testimonials.
Assisting in event planning and daily marketing tasks
Phase III: Digital Build and Online Marketing
Assisting with the pacelabdc.org website redesign project using Elementor (WordPress)
Support online marketing initiatives and event coordination
Assisting in event planning and daily marketing tasks
Phase IV: Synthesis & Final Project
Complete a Final Project Report (PPT) on PACE's brand visibility and community reach
Deliver a final presentation to the team
Internship completion ceremony and certificate award
PROGRAM DETAILS Duration:
12 – 16 Weeks
Team:
Marketing Team, PACE Business
Focus:
Marketing, Digital Strategy, and Community Outreach
Location:
On-site at our PACE DTLA office: 1055 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Compensation:
This internship is
UNPAID.
While no compensation is provided, the goal is for the intern to gain valuable hands on experience while serving the community.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only applications submitted directly on our website will be considered and only candidates who have been selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.
PACE is a private not-for-profit corporation that provides employment, small business assistance, education, housing, energy, environmental and other community services in the Los Angeles City and County areas. PACE is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Job training & Employment
Business Development
Early Childhood Education (Head Start)
Affordable Housing
Weatherization and Energy Conservation Programs
With 350+ staff, PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs. PACE is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients. Learn more at https://pacela.org/
ABOUT PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (BDC) PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PACE BDC) promotes the growth and economic expansion of diverse Los Angeles communities through the infusion of capital and the provision of business consultation services and financial literacy training. Housed in the PACE Business Development Center (BDC), the Procurement Team assists small businesses in securing contracts from government agencies and private sector companies. PACE is the only Southern California Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce to promote the growth and global competitiveness of small and minority businesses. PACE is also partnering with Mayor Karen Bass in administering the City’s ProcureLA program, a procurement initiative connecting small and minority businesses to contract opportunities with an emphasis on preparing for the 2028 LA Olympics.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW This summer internship program is designed for providing the intern gain a deep understanding of nonprofit organizations serving the community and engage in practical marketing case studies. Through working directly with the PACE Business Marketing Team, the intern will play a pivotal role in elevating our brand visibility and amplifying the success stories of the entrepreneurs and small business owners we serve.
Real-World Marketing: Learn how to plan and run marketing campaigns using professional tools like Canva, Constant Contact, and Eventbrite.
Web Design & Tech: Get hands‑on training in website management. PACE will teach you how to use Elementor (WordPress) to redesign and update our official website.
Nonprofit Insights: Understand how a nonprofit organization connects with and serves diverse communities through communication.
RESPONSIBILITIES Assist Team
Marketing and outreach campaigns
Analyze and present strategies on how nonprofits like PACE are reaching the communities they serve through marketing communications
Provide logistical and creative support for the planning and execution of PACE Business events.
Content Creation
Prepare, conduct, and film client interviews to produce a series of short-form vertical video testimonials
Digital Growth
Assist in the website redesign project, transitioning to the Elementor builder to align with the ProcureLA.com standard.
Collaborate with staff on marketing campaigns and projects specifically designed to increase PACE’s brand presence.
QUALIFICATIONS
2 years or more in a college or university program, currently enrolled
Advanced skills with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, PPT, Word and Notes)
Familiarity with basic software programs such as Canva, Constant Contact, Eventbrite, and Google Analytics.
Knowledge of WordPress is a significant plus
SOFT SKILLS
Strong understanding of marketing/outreach strategies and a passion for community driven work.
PROGRAM FORMAT Phase I: Shadowing & Knowledge
Shadowing various PACE programs
Understand the ecosystem of business development and client services
Learn client services workflows and Business Department work processes
Phase II: Execution & Marketing Operations
Learn the marketing campaigns (Canva, Constant Contact, and Eventbrite)
Prepare, conduct, and film client interviews to produce a series of short-form video testimonials.
Assisting in event planning and daily marketing tasks
Phase III: Digital Build and Online Marketing
Assisting with the pacelabdc.org website redesign project using Elementor (WordPress)
Support online marketing initiatives and event coordination
Assisting in event planning and daily marketing tasks
Phase IV: Synthesis & Final Project
Complete a Final Project Report (PPT) on PACE's brand visibility and community reach
Deliver a final presentation to the team
Internship completion ceremony and certificate award
PROGRAM DETAILS Duration:
12 – 16 Weeks
Team:
Marketing Team, PACE Business
Focus:
Marketing, Digital Strategy, and Community Outreach
Location:
On-site at our PACE DTLA office: 1055 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Compensation:
This internship is
UNPAID.
While no compensation is provided, the goal is for the intern to gain valuable hands on experience while serving the community.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only applications submitted directly on our website will be considered and only candidates who have been selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.
PACE is a private not-for-profit corporation that provides employment, small business assistance, education, housing, energy, environmental and other community services in the Los Angeles City and County areas. PACE is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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