College Intern

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

OHFA offers affordable housing opportunities for Ohioans from rental assistance to homeownership. OHFA provides access to financial resources for the development and management of affordable housing. The Agency's programs serve first-time homebuyers, renters, senior citizens and other populations with special needs who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) provides access to affordable and safe housing opportunities for Ohioans. Our interns support this mission by contributing to projects that strengthen program delivery, enhance internal operations, and support the Agency’s strategic initiatives. The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. OHFA is seeking College Interns in the following degree fields: Office of Information Technology (1 position): Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field Human Resources Office (1 position): Human Resources, Public Administration, or Business Administration Legal Office (1 position): Law or related undergraduate field with intent to pursue law degree Office of Public Affairs (1 position): Political Science, Public Affairs, Marketing, or Communications Office of Finance (2 positions): Finance, Accounting, or related field A copy of a current transcript should be submitted along with the application.

Requirements

• Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Human Resources, Public Administration, or Business Administration
• Law or related undergraduate field with intent to pursue law degree
• Political Science, Public Affairs, Marketing, or Communications
• Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Technical and Professional Skills Necessary for Success: Internship, Accounting and Finance, Public Relations, Information Technology, Law, Active Learning, Confidentiality, Listening, Emotional Intelligence
• A copy of a current transcript should be submitted along with the application.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with data collection, research, and preparation of reports or presentations.
• Support process improvement initiatives by gathering information and identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency.
• Maintain and update files, records, logs, and internal documentation.
• Prepare draft correspondence, summaries, briefing materials, and other written materials as assigned.
• Participate in internal meetings, take notes, and help track follow-up tasks.
• Provide general administrative support, including scheduling assistance, document preparation, and responding to routine inquiries.
• Collaborate with team members to complete assignments and contribute to agency goals.
• Follow all OHFA policies, procedures, confidentiality requirements, and ethical guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed