FUEL Alabama

Greater Birmingham Region interns! Are you looking to grow in your professional development and become better connected in Birmingham?

Summer Internships

Look no further than the Birmingham Business Alliance’s (BBA) FuelAL internship program, in partnership with the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA) and Innovate Alabama.

FuelAL aids in connecting interns to professional, volunteer service and networking opportunities. This summer, the BBA has planned a series of events designed to bring together interns from across the region.

If you’re a student interested in being a part of opportunities outside of the 9-to-5, apply to join the BBA’s FuelAL program today and get ready to broaden your network and socialize with peers through professional workshops, team-building exercises and more!

Eligibility: All 2026 Greater Birmingham Region summer interns are eligible to apply to the FuelAL program.

Applications are open and reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage all submissions!

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FuelAL Testimonials

“Birmingham is the perfect place to make a difference while making a living. This program is the perfect opportunity for a summer intern to experience that Birmingham Has More.”

Trevor Sutton, BBA Vice President of Economic Development
“Each city’s lineup is a testament to Alabama’s commitment to cultivating a supportive and dynamic environment for our future leaders. This summer will serve as a full-spectrum experience-professionally enriching and personally unforgettable.”

Miller Girvin, EDPA President
“Innovate Alabama is honored to partner with EDPA to bring these incredible experiences to young professionals across the state. The highlighted communities have so much to offer, and we know that they will showcase the very best of Alabama.”

Shannon Allen, Innovate Alabama Program Director

Schedule of Events:

July 14: Professional Development Social

Join us on Tuesday, July 14 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover for an evening of professional development and networking, focusing on the hospitality industry. Interns will hear firsthand how every field of study connects to and plays a role in the hospitality and tourism industry—from operations and marketing to finance, events, and beyond. It’s an opportunity to gain real-world perspective, ask questions, and connect with professionals shaping one of Birmingham’s most dynamic industries.

July 21: Social and Networking with Rotaract

Connect, learn and expand your network during Social & Networking on July 21. This Rotaract partnership event will bring interns together with professionals and community leaders for an evening focused on meaningful connection and career exploration. The evening will focus on relationship building, interactive trivia, and candid conversation between interns and Rotaract members currently living and working in Birmingham.

July 28: Community Service

On Tuesday, July 28 from 3:00–5:30 p.m., interns will have the opportunity to step into hands-on service with Grace Klein Community at the Morgan UMC FeedBHM Hub and Community Outreach Hall. Participants will sort and log clothing donations, organize the Give and Take Room, bundle shoes, and helping inventory and stamp books.

All participants MUST COMPLETE the Volunteer Release Waiver before arriving. Please wear comfortable clothes that can get a bit dirty. Closed-toed shoes are recommended.

July 28: Celebration Dinner at TopGolf

On Tuesday, July 28 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., interns will be invited to a special celebration dinner to close out the summer together. Enjoy food, socializing, networking and an hour of game play… Event includes:  dinner and 1 hour of Topgolf Gameplay following the closing ceremony. 

*Alcoholic beverages and additional gameplay time are at the discretion of the attendees.