The EDPA is proud to see this internship renamed after Ernie Cowart, who was a true leader and friend to all. This internship offers students and young professionals unparalleled exposure to economic development strategies and real-world experience across Alabama. We encourage our network of economic developers, universities, and startups to spread the word and help us attract top talent to this transformational opportunity. Let’s continue to build Alabama’s future by connecting passionate individuals to this program!
EDAA is proud to announce the renaming of its successful internship program to the “Ernie Cowart Economic Development Internship.” Ernie served as Vice President of Business Information at the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama and was a key figure in founding the internship program. Renaming the program recognizes Ernie’s deep commitment to mentoring future economic developers and his passion for fostering growth in the profession. While he is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through the program. #internshipprogram #alabama #economicdevelopment #edaalabama #madeinalabama
I am so pleased that this internship was named after Ernie. Ernie was a great example of how to best engage with people directly, honestly, and professionally. Amazingly he projected strength and competence despite his soft spoken manner.
Well done
Halo Fiber, Inc.
3moThis makes me happy for many reasons. Ernie was a wonderful person and he would be bashful about the internship being named in his honor, but we all know he would be quietly proud.