Careers
Our economic development team brings diverse expertise to the table. See below for job openings and how to apply.
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Position Summary
The Innovation Initiatives Manager plays an integral role in supporting the innovation capacity within Rhode Island by managing the State’s economic development programs for research and development in key innovation sectors. The incumbent supports RI Commerce’s Innovation Department in working with Rhode Island small businesses, entrepreneurs, researchers and technology leaders to identify opportunities to advance growth, while administering RI Commerce’s Innovation Programs.
This position reports to the Vice President of Innovation Initiatives under the Strategic Initiatives portfolio. The Strategic Initiatives team is a dynamic group that directs the Corporation’s planning efforts, non-dilutive innovation investments, federal grant-funded programs, and strategic planning. The team works to ensure alignment of Corporation efforts with the state’s overarching economic development priorities as well as efforts from other agencies. It builds a portfolio of non-state revenue sources to support this work; and it drives innovation and special projects for the Corporation.
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Position Summary
The Investment Analyst will support the Investment Team by acting as an efficient team player with the ability to quickly assess the needs of, develop a work plan for, and excel at all tasks given regardless of previous knowledge. The candidate must have a working knowledge of financial fundamentals and financial modeling. Real estate experience is a plus, but not required. The overall purpose of this role is to support Commerce RI’s goal of drawing business to the area and getting Rhode Islanders back to work.
Rhode Island Commerce Corporation is an at-will employer; no employment contracts exist.
The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation (the ‘Corporation’) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. The Corporation will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ...