Viking Roots Funding and Collaboration Initiative

Viking Roots, a cultural heritage organization, seeks to enhance its financial and collaborative capabilities by securing grant funding, engaging with local heritage groups, and managing donor relationships. The project aims to provide learners with the opportunity to apply their knowledge of grant writing, stakeholder communication, and project management. The team will research potential government grants, draft a comprehensive grant proposal, and develop a strategic plan for collaboration with local heritage organizations. Additionally, they will create a follow-up system for donor requests to ensure effective communication and relationship management. This project will allow learners to gain practical experience in nonprofit operations and community engagement, while contributing to the preservation and promotion of Viking heritage.

Empowering Women in Finance: Marketing and Communications Strategy

1. Marketing and Communications Intern Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and creative intern to assist with our marketing and communications efforts. The intern will play a key role in enhancing our brand presence and engaging our community through various channels.​ Key Responsibilities: Develop and schedule content for social media platforms.​ Assist in crafting newsletters, press releases, and promotional materials.​ Monitor and analyze engagement metrics to inform strategy.​ Collaborate with team members to maintain brand consistency.​ Ideal Candidate: Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.​ Strong writing and editing skills.​ Familiarity with social media platforms and analytics tools.​ Creative thinker with attention to detail.​

Grant Writing

Job Title: Student Intern/Co-Op/Work Experience – Business Development & Research Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student intern to assist with business development, product sourcing, and funding research for our medical gas valve company. This internship offers hands-on experience in market research, supplier evaluation, grant writing, and e-commerce development. Key Responsibilities: Conduct research on potential suppliers and contract manufacturers. Assist in identifying grants and funding opportunities. Support grant writing efforts by gathering required information. Help develop content for the company website, including product descriptions. Analyze industry trends and competitor offerings. Assist with administrative tasks related to business development and operations. Ideal Candidate: Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. Strong research and analytical skills. Interest in medical devices, manufacturing, or e-commerce. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Heritage Explorer: AI-Enhanced Genealogy Platform

To have a team of at least 2-3 people work together to develop a dynamic, AI-powered genealogy platform where users can upload and tag family photos, interact with conversational story prompts, and build visually rich timelines. Photos appear in a vintage-style viewer, while smart prompts and data appear beside them—creating an elegant, interactive way to preserve and grow family histories.