Community Outreach & Business Development Intern
Community Outreach & Business Development Intern
About Us
Gwinnett Pediatric & Adult Eye Center is a growing private optometric practice serving children and adults throughout Gwinnett County. We specialize in pediatric eye care, myopia management, specialty contact lenses, and comprehensive vision services.
We are seeking a motivated and outgoing college student interested in healthcare, business development, marketing, communications, healthcare administration, public health, or sales to join our team as a Community Outreach & Business Development Intern.
This is a hands-on opportunity to work directly with practice leadership while gaining real-world experience in business growth, relationship management, healthcare operations, marketing, and community engagement.
Position Overview
The Community Outreach & Business Development Intern will help expand the practice's presence throughout the community by developing relationships with schools, pediatric offices, community organizations, and local businesses.
This role is ideal for a student interested in learning how businesses grow through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and patient acquisition.
Responsibilities
- Build relationships with local schools, counselors, and school nurses
- Assist with outreach to pediatricians and healthcare providers
- Identify and engage community organizations, daycares, churches, and youth programs
- Coordinate community events and health fairs
- Assist with social media and community marketing initiatives
- Track outreach activities and partnership opportunities
- Develop referral and partnership reports
- Represent the practice at community events
- Support patient review and reputation management initiatives
- Assist with special projects assigned by leadership
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a college or university
- Majoring in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Management, or related field
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable speaking with community leaders and professionals
- Self-motivated and organized
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Reliable transportation
What You'll Gain
- Direct mentorship from business owners and healthcare professionals
- Experience in business development and strategic growth
- Exposure to healthcare operations and private practice management
- Networking opportunities throughout Gwinnett County
- Resume-building leadership experience
- Professional references upon successful completion
- LinkedIn recommendation upon successful completion
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting new people, building relationships, and helping organizations grow. The ideal candidate is proactive, professional, and excited to make a measurable impact within the community.
How Success Will Be Measured
- New community partnerships established
- Outreach activities completed
- Events attended and coordinated
- Referral opportunities generated
- Professionalism, initiative, and communication
Gwinnett Pediatric & Adult Eye Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.