xTuple is always looking for interns in software development, sales and marketing, and information technology. If you have had exposure to small businesses struggling with business software, you are halfway here already. Coursework in relevant technologies or operations management is helpful. And, best of all, an internship with xTuple may qualify you for course credits in many college majors. Just ask us!
In the summer of 2013, Norfolk, Va., resident Ashby Crumpler, then a sophomore at James Madison University (JMU College of Business, Class of 2015), found herself at an interview at xTuple headquarters, trying to get an internship in the sales department. I, a JMU alumna, met Ashby, and together we decided she would be better suited in xTuple's marketing department. Two years later, after helping shoot and edit video, plan and participate in conferences, and a college graduation, Ashby is on to big things — read more in JMU's CoB Alumni news.
Pictured is Pierce Tyler, VP knowledge management, and intern Louise Salinas, who shares these insights about her internship:
"Like most college students, summer provides a valuable commodity: time. Compared to the busy semester months, your average college student usually finds themselves with more than enough extra time to be used however they wish.
"As a student of Old Dominion University, I found myself checking the ODU Career Management Center's CareerLink. I was contacted by xTuple, an open source business software company, for an interview and accepted as a marketing/communications intern. My tasks included editing and preparing videos for xTuple's newest outreach program, xTuple University (xTupleU), designed to teach users the best way to fully implement the xTuple software. This type of training and application was valuable to me as a student, because it allowed me to 'put my skills to the test' and see how all the things I've learned can be applied to the work environment.
"As a Technical Writing major I never imagined my video editing hobby would be my 'edge' in the workplace, but this experience shows that you should not be quick to dismiss even the most minor of your talents. I was very fortunate to find xTuple. In addition to developing skills, this internship also introduced me to the 'culture' of work. The atmosphere has always been very welcoming and open to helping one another. As a student with little workplace experience, this was not only a relief but also fueled my desire to want to contribute to the company even more. It was also apparent that this helpful atmosphere is one of the major factors in this company's success. I am very grateful for this internship; not only did I learn the technical skills I was promised, I was also able to witness how communication and camaraderie play a key role in how a company functions."
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Missy Schmidt
Since early 2012, Missy has directed marketing for xTuple business management software, including the global user conference, inbound and outbound content marketing, lead generation, sales campaigns, website design and digital strategies. She has ties to the business and economic development, startup and entrepreneurial communities in Virginia and nationally. Prior to joining xTuple, Missy was VP of strategic communication and marketing for Hampton Roads Partnership, a public-private corporation that worked to improve the region's economy within the international marketplace. Before that, Missy spent 25+ in sales, including product development, within the industries of telecommunications, retail, industrial food service, government contracting, contract packaging and manufacturing. Missy holds a B.S. from James Madison University. She and her husband, Bert, who is president and CEO of WHRO Public Media, reside in the "innovation corridor" of downtown Norfolk.