Accounting and Bookkeeping Intern

10-20 hours/week, flexible

The Enterprise Center (TEC) is a minority business development center that provides access to capital, building capacity, business education and economic development opportunities to high-potential, minority entrepreneurs. Intern will help run TEC's accounting department. Tasks include performing bank reconciliation and helping to manage cash flow, recording and processing new deposits, entering and classifying new bills, calculating and producing tenant invoices, producing simple financial statements, organizing accounting files, and assisting in big-picture accounting issues such as annual budget, overhead allocation, and financial analysis.

We are seeking someone who has accounting and bookkeeping experience, attention to detail, negotiation skills, organized, and knowledge of Peachtree Completing Accounting software (preferred, but not required).

Send Resumes to:
jobs@theenterprisecenter.com
or contact Human Resources at (215) 895-4004

Retail Resource Network Intern

10-20 hours/week, flexible

The Enterprise Center (TEC) is a minority business development center that provides access to capital, building capacity, business education and economic development opportunities to high-potential, minority entrepreneurs. Intern will help the Retail Resource Network (RRN) which seeks to accelerate the creation of new retail business in Philadelphia while developing the long-term growth and sustainability of existing enterprises. Intern tasks include:
»Assess various financial and technical resources and assist in setting up an on-line space to appraise businesses and prospective businesses as to what resources are available and which would best fit their needs
»Assist the RRN Director in the development and marketing a series of workshops and referral assistance for emerging and mature retail businesses
»Provide assistance with demographic research and technology (internet-based marketing or "Quickbooks
»Assist in the organizing specific initiatives such as joint marketing or special events/trade shows

We are seeking someone who has excellent problem solving skills, can clearly communicate and manage people, shows team work, and is organized and professional.

Send Resumes to:
jobs@theenterprisecenter.com
or contact Human Resources at (215) 895-4004

The Enterprise Center Community Development Corporation Street Team Manager

Full Time including some evening and weekend hours
$30,000-$40,000 Annually Depending on Experience

The mission of TEC-CDC is to build neighborhoods where people are willing, able, and organized to achieve their common goals. TEC-CDC works in the Walnut Hill neighborhood, which is located between 45th and 52nd Streets from Market to Spruce Streets in West Philadelphia, to implement resident-led projects.
The Walnut Hill Street Team is a group of 15 West and Southwest Philadelphia residents trained as community outreach staff who go door-to-door to build relationships and to connect residents to educational and social service resources. The Street Team has encouraged significant interest in a variety of projects, including the Walnut Hill Neighborhood Plan, educational seminars, community block cleanups, tree plantings, and a block improvement grant program. In the future, the Street Team will lead educational campaigns on issues such as tenants' rights, credit counseling, afterschool programs, and home foreclosure prevention.

– Managing a staff of 15-20 Street Team organizers
– Training the Street Team in communication and relationship-building skills
– Coordinating canvassing operations throughout Walnut Hill
– Coaching each Street Team member to meet personal and professional goals
– Managing relationships with the Street Team's partner organizations
– Maintaining timesheets, budgets, and hiring for the Street Team

– Candidate must be energetic, creative, personable, self-motivated, and committed to community empowerment
– Excellent verbal and written communicator
– Community organizing and/or management experience
– Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
– Familiarity with Philadelphia's nonprofit sector

– High School Diploma Required; Bachelor's or Master's Degree Preferred

Send Resumes to:
jobs@theenterprisecenter.com
or contact Human Resources at (215) 895-4004

Youth + Entrepreneurship = Success (YES) Instructor

Reports To: Director of Business Education

The Enterprise Center (TEC) provides access to capital, capacity building, business education and economic development to high potential minority entrepreneurs. This position supports these initiatives in the following ways…YES is an award winning youth entrepreneurship program for under-resources high school students. The YES Instructor will provide direct, daily instruction during the academic year to students participating in the In School program; direct curriculum edits and revisions for all Business Education programs and provide instructional design for all Business Education training initiatives.

Provide direct daily instruction during academic year using YES In-School entrepreneurship curriculum; Implement curriculum featuring general business, entrepreneurship and business plan writing; Assess unique learning styles of students and vary instruction and activities; Maintain attendance, grade and evaluation records on a daily, weekly, monthly and semester basis using YES grade tracker and other tools;

Coordinate curriculum edits and revisions with YES program manager; maintain a positive learning environment; Participate in all family meetings as required by school site

Direct curriculum edits and revisions for all Business Education programs (Project Great Potential, YES Business Plan Camp, Philadelphia Housing Authority); Emphasize and exhibit entrepreneurial values to build strong participant interest; Serve as role model/mentor for program participants; Participate in TEC and/or school training and meetings as determined by TEC Director of Business Education; Assist YES program manager in the implementation of YES Youth Business Plan Competition

Education: BA or BS degree
Secondary Education certification from any state, PA preferred
Demonstrated project management skills, detail oriented, multi-tasking
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
Strong relationship building and networking skills with diverse groups
Demonstrated MS Office skills

Years of relevant experience: 2 plus years experience teaching middle/high school students in business or related courses (urban environment highly desirable)

Send Resumes to:
jobs@theenterprisecenter.com
or contact Human Resources at (215) 895-4004

PA-MBEC Intern

3-4 days a week, summer

The Enterprise Center (TEC) is a minority business development center that cultivates market-driven opportunities for established and emerging minority entrepreneurs. TEC operates the PA Minority Business Enterprise Center (PAMBEC) and is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Commerce through the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA). PAMBEC's mission is to accelerate the growth of minority enterprises by increasing the number of minority firms capable of operating at a higher level of efficiency and profitability.

•Enter and update client date and other relevant information.
•Provide administrative and systems support to the Project Director and Manager.
•Handle all administrative and operational duties related to clients, including but not limited to drafting correspondence, collecting fees, and maintaining files, and all documentation generated between PAMBEC and clients.
•Assist in create communication tools and systems to reach clients and stakeholders such as newsletter, email alerts, etc.
•Handle all administrative and operational duties related to clients, including but not limited to drafting correspondence, collecting fees, and maintaining files, and all documentation generated between PAMBEC and clients.
•Research and develop special projects as assigned by Director
•Manage information technology for client needs assessment tools.

•Previous experience with financial research.
•Skilled in database management and working knowledge of technological systems
•Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills
•Strong relationship-building and networking skills with diverse groups of people
•Ability to think critically and to multi-task and excel in meeting multiple objectives
•Tech-proficient with thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office

•Seeking a degree in Finance, Marketing or Economics preferred.

TEC staff members are entrepreneurial, creative, flexible, and hard-working. The ideal candidate:
•Works well in a fast-paced environment with a small, dedicated staff
•Is internally motivated to succeed within a work environment and goes the extra mile
•Has the ability to effectively work independently, as well as cooperatively, on team projects
•Believes strongly in The Enterprise Center's core mission

Send Resume and Cover Letter to:
jobs@theenterprisecenter.com
or contact Human Resources at (215) 895-4004

Project Great Potential Intern

40 hours/week, summer

YES Event Planning Intern

40 hours/week, summer

The Enterprise Center (TEC) is a minority business development center that provides access to capital, building capacity, business education and economic development opportunities to high-potential, minority entrepreneurs. The Enterprise Center's YES (Youth Entrepreneurship = Success) Program runs a summer Business Boot Camp composed of five days of intensive training in business and entrepreneurship for high school students. The students are expected to prepare and give presentations in response to the lessons they have learned and the business leaders they have met. Lessons learned vary from the inspirational (How To Survive the Lean Years, Creating a Culture of Giving Back) to the practical (How To Give A Good Handshake, Proper Phone Etiquette), and everything in between. Interns will assist in the planning and implementation of Business Boot Camp, including the following responsibilities: design and coordinate business curriculum, recruit and manage speakers, sponsors, press, and volunteers, and assist with event logistics, registration, food, and audio/video.

We are seeking someone who has experience working with urban teens, experience in instructing and advising, experience in program management, understand the business formation process, and basic MS Office skills.

Send Resumes to:
jobs@theenterprisecenter.com
or contact Human Resources at (215) 895-4004