Age Range
Applicants should generally be between ages 16 and 24 when participating.
Ages 16–24 • Planning District 16
Apply for Youth Internships in Fredericksburg, Virginia
Use this guide to understand the Go Local FXBG application process, prepare your information, and choose a career pathway that matches your interests.
Is This Program a Good Fit?
Go Local FXBG serves motivated students and young adults who want supervised, real-world experience in marketing, technology, business development, entrepreneurship, and community work.
Service Area
Priority is given to young people connected to Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, and Caroline.
Program Commitment
The core internship model is structured around approximately 90 hours of guided experience during a program term.
What to Prepare
- Your contact information and current school or education status
- Your availability during the upcoming program term
- The career areas you are most interested in exploring
- A short explanation of what you hope to learn
- Any school-credit, counselor, transportation, or accessibility needs
- Examples of projects, volunteer work, clubs, or personal interests—experience is not required
How the Application Process Works
Complete the Student Application
Tell us about your interests, availability, school connection, and goals.
Attend a Short Group Interview
Selected applicants may be invited to a brief group conversation to discuss expectations and available pathways.
Confirm Your Pathway and Schedule
We match accepted students with projects, mentors, and learning opportunities based on fit and current capacity.
Complete Orientation
Participants review communication standards, project expectations, tools, deadlines, and support resources before starting.
Skills You May Build
Marketing & Content
Canva, social media planning, copywriting, email campaigns, community storytelling, and basic video.
Web, CRM & Technology
Website updates, CRM organization, digital forms, workflow concepts, and responsible use of business technology.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Customer research, outreach, event support, business planning, partnerships, and professional communication.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Complete the application as thoroughly as you can. A Go Local FXBG representative will follow up when the next matching opportunity is available.
