Community Development Internship Jobs in Ames, IA

Turn Your Summer Into Something Bigger Looking for more than a typical summer internship? At Altria, you'll spend 10 weeks building real-world skills, tackling meaningful business challenges, and working alongside leaders who are invested in your growth. This isn't about shadowing from the sidelines or checking boxesit's about gaining hands-on experience, making an impact, and discovering what you're capable of. From day one, you'll take ownership of projects, build professional relationships, and contribute ideas that matter. Along the way, you'll develop skills that will help you long after graduation.

What You'll Do As a Sales Intern, you'll partner with experienced sales leaders to help businesses grow, solve challenges, and uncover new opportunities in the marketplace. Throughout the summer, you will:

• Build relationships with retailers and learn how strong partnerships drive business success
• Analyze trends, data, and customer insights to identify opportunities for growth
• Collaborate on marketing and business initiatives that create real impact
• Develop creative solutions to business challenges and present recommendations
• Lead a summer-long business project and present your ideas to senior leaders
• Connect with fellow interns and employees through networking, community service, and social events

This isn't traditional sales! You'll gain experience in business strategy, relationship management, data analysis, problem-solving, and leadershipall while making a meaningful contribution to the business.

Where You'll Work With opportunities available in more than 40 markets nationwide, you'll have the chance to gain real-world experience in communities across the country. Our interns are placed in communities across the United States and work closely with local retailers, customers, and sales teams. Internship locations are assigned based on business needs and geographic preferences. For Summer 2026, internship opportunities are anticipated in the following locations: Auburn, AL; Birmingham, AL; Phoenix, AZ; Tucson, AZ; Fayetteville, AR; Los Angeles/Inland Empire, CA; Orange County/San Diego, CA; Denver, CO; Washington, DC; Orlando, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; Athens, GA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Des Moines, IA; New Orleans, LA; Baltimore, MD; Detroit/Lansing, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Minneapolis, MN; Columbia, MO; Kansas City, MO; St. Louis, MO; Charlotte, NC; Greensboro, NC; Raleigh, NC; Columbus, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Oklahoma City, OK; Portland, OR; Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Scranton, PA; Charleston, SC; Knoxville/Chattanooga, TN; Austin, TX; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Lubbock, TX; Salt Lake City, UT; Richmond, VA; Seattle, WA; Morgantown, WV; Madison, WI.

What You'll Gain We believe internships should be more than just a summer job. As an Altria intern, you'll receive:

• Competitive pay
• Housing assistance where applicable
• Mileage reimbursement and paid holidays
• A company laptop and business tools
• Dedicated mentorship and career coaching
• Leadership development opportunities
• Networking with leaders and fellow interns from across the country
• Opportunity to become a paid Campus Ambassador
• Consideration for future internship and full-time career opportunities

What We're Looking For We're looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to learn, challenge themselves, and make an impact. You might be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy building relationships and connecting with others
• Like solving problems and finding creative solutions
• Are curious about how businesses grow and succeed
• Take initiative and enjoy learning new things
• Can manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing situations

Qualifications:

• Rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree
• Ability to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship
• Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving record for the past three years
• Willingness to travel daily to retailer locations Monday through Friday
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Your Future Starts Here The best internships leave you with more than experiencethey leave you with confidence, connections, and a clearer picture of what's next. If you're ready to learn, grow, take ownership, and make an impact, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and see what you can accomplish. Together We Innovate. Together We Change.