Position: Intern Position for the Construction Department assists with the work of supporting and engaging the 24:1 Community. An ideal intern is organized, creative, detail-focused, flexible, possesses strong interpersonal skills computer literate, and has a passion for serving in a fast-paced and mission-oriented non-profit organization. Additionally, excellent customer service skills are required.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Call past clients and mail their deed restriction releases with directions explaining how to record them with the recorder of deeds.
- Assist in managing the home repair hotline
- Follow-up on voicemails
- Add people to the waitlist to eliminate duplicate resident information
- Explain eligibility requirements, provide resources for other repair programs, etc.
- Mail applications, notices, originals, etc.
- Assemble closing packages
- General administrative support
- Other duties as assigned
Personal Qualities:
- Collaborative — A dynamic personality that is collaboratively minded, can recognize, and identify strengths, seek consensus around mutual goals, and build meaningful relationships.
- Creative and Curious — A systems-thinker and builder, who is not afraid to be innovative in designing solutions and has skills in articulating these ideas and concepts.
- Methodical — Strong analytical, systems, and problem-solving skills to evaluate performance, prepare reports, and recommend/implement solutions using independent judgment. Ability to move from concepts to action through strong program design and evaluation.
- Reliable — Leadership skills that reflect and value a team approach, demonstrated integrity, effectiveness, efficiency, and the ability to deliver high-quality service. Highly capable of handling multiple tasks, projects, and timelines. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Trusted — Ability to work with residents, partners, and staff of diversified backgrounds with a positive, optimistic, solutions-oriented attitude. Shares a deep respect for the community, its stakeholders, and the residents that we serve.
- Driven — Passion for the work and an interest in continuous learning and improvement.
Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills and an ability to work well with others
- Experience drafting letters, memos, and other correspondence
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
Supervisor:
- Construction Program Director
Salary
Unpaid
Application Instructions:
Please send a resume and cover letter to hr@beyondhousing.org. For more information on Beyond Housing, visit www.beyondhousing.org. This internship will remain posted until it has been filled.
Beyond Housing believes that each individual is unique, and we are committed to respecting the diversity of all individuals. We strive to move beyond simple tolerance, embracing and celebrating the differences contained within each of us, making us stronger as a whole. ____________________________________________________________________________________
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Beyond Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
ADA – Beyond Housing is committed to furthering the purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The company is always willing to consider reasonable accommodations, which may allow a disabled person to perform this or any other job. The Summary of Physical Requirements is a list of what we believe at this point to be necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the job.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At Beyond Housing, we are committed to promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity throughout our organization and culture. We strive to understand and appreciate the individuality of every employee and create a better place to work for all. We nurture a culture where everyone positively acknowledges equity through action and is aware, understanding, and appreciative of diversity.
Our vision is to go beyond simple tolerance and fully embrace the things that make each person unique. We recognize that our employees’ differences support our ability to advance equity for the communities we serve. Further, we understand that equity is critical to the fulfillment of our mission to help entire communities become better places to live.
