Marketing Intern

About the Role

Connecticut Innovations (CI) is seeking a Marketing Intern for Summer 2027. This role will provide immersion into the world of venture capital, training you to think and act like an entrepreneur within a lean, fast-paced marketing team. You will interact with early-stage companies, plan and execute networking events, and assist with various marketing activities in New Haven.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring CI’s programs and services to life through creative marketing and communications support.
• Help execute marketing campaigns and communications plans to connect with entrepreneurs and partners across Connecticut.
• Draft engaging content for email newsletters, internal staff updates, and digital displays.
• Maintain and update the website, including writing new posts and uploading updates in WordPress.
• Contribute to social media efforts, including monitoring activity, brainstorming content, and executing posts showcasing CI’s impact.
• Support the planning and execution of CI events, from logistics to on-the-ground coordination.
• Proofread and edit messaging.
• Conduct marketing research and data analytics to guide outreach strategies.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in marketing/communications through coursework, prior internships, work experience, and/or extracurricular activities.
• Strong interest in venture capital and early-stage innovation.
• Based in or studying in Connecticut.
• Available to work hybrid in New Haven.
• Experience with WordPress for website updates.

Skills & Competencies

• Passionate about startups and community building.
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable.
• Highly organized with strong follow-through.
• Skilled communicator able to synthesize complex data.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.

The CI Intern Experience

As a CI Intern, you will:

• Participate in a structured venture capital curriculum, including investor-led workshops.
• Work alongside CI staff on active investments, from sourcing and diligence through post-investment support.
• Provide hands-on support to portfolio companies.
• Partner with interns across CI teams on cross-functional projects.
• Meet entrepreneurs, portfolio teams, and industry leaders.
• Attend live pitches and executive sessions.
• Join day trips to portfolio companies and fund partners.
• Participate in intern events.

What's next?

Interns build relationships that can lead to opportunities after the program, including a potential path into CI's Analyst Program and introductions to roles inside CI's portfolio companies.