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Posting date:

September 9, 2022

How to apply:

How to Apply. To apply, please email a resume and example of communication skills (writing sample, graphic design sample, social media portfolio, etc.) to admin@ahaco.org with subject “INTERNSHIP” by September 20, 2022. Interviews will be held virtually on September 22nd and 23rd

Job Description:

Location. Columbus, Ohio

Status. Temporary

Reports To. Executive Director

 

About Us. The Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio (AHACO) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring Central Ohio communities have the resources, tools, and support they need to solve our affordable housing challenge. We draw knowledge and expertise from our twenty-eight members that work across the housing spectrum, including philanthropic organizations, advocates, shelter operators, builders, investors, service providers, housing counselors, and property owners.

About the Position. AHACO is accepting applications for a Fall intern who is passionate about affordable housing, community development, and equity. The student is expected to work 25 hours per week for ten weeks beginning October 3, 2022. Responsibilities will be customized to the candidate’s interests and experiences and may include some of the following tasks:

Supporting public events, including conducting outreach, researching public policy questions, assessing event impact and analytics, and conducting attendee follow-up. 

Supporting social media outreach, including responding to public information requests, drafting content and imagery, co-planning a monthly social media calendar, tracking impressions, and making recommendations on social strategy for multi-channel engagements.

Supporting member engagement, including helping plan member meetings, supporting committee work, responding to research inquiries, and drafting bi-weekly member newsletters.

Supporting community education, including designing outreach and education materials, adapting academic or industry-oriented materials for a lay audience, and attending events.

The Ideal Candidate. The candidates must have strong writing skills, an ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to advancing equity in their community. Junior, Senior, and Graduate-level students preferred.

AHACO does not discriminate based on any protected status including sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent of a young child or status as a foster parent, and gender identity and expression. AHACO values the expertise gained through lived experiences with housing instability or homelessness.

 

Stipend Available. Currently enrolled students will receive a $5,000 cost of living stipend. 

 

COVID Vaccine. Initial COVID-19 vaccination is required for this role. Proof of record will be requested during the onboarding process.

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