Community Development Intern

Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC) • ,

10d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Community Development intern, you will collaborate with our Planning team to assist with our grants management work, including assistance with the following tasks: (1) assisting with subrecipient grant management; (2) monitoring grantee performance; (3) performance measure collection and report preparation; (4) ensuring and maintaining file compliance; (5) assisting with agency communications; (6) assisting with funding applications; and (7) assisting with data analysis and conducting research. The position will also help support housing and community development policies and initiatives including assisting with plans and reports, professional convenings and community development projects. This internship will provide you with an understanding of community development as well as hands-on experience with the planning process. This internship is ideal for someone interested in non-profit management, public service and grant administration, and/or the housing and community development field.

Requirements

• Strong motivation to learn along with professional drive
• Passion for community development and public service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with social media campaigns
• Current enrollment at a college/university.
• Ability to commute to our Annapolis office for the duration of the internship

Responsibilities

• Collect qualitative and quantitative data and documents from stakeholders.
• Assist with organizing outreach efforts, including community meeting and focus group logistics.
• Support grant management by establishing files, reviewing invoices, and assisting in grant monitoring activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing grant application and review processes.
• Support the Planning team in daily administrative tasks such as filing and record keeping, purchasing supplies, room set-up, coordinating meetings or event RSVPs, and technology trouble shooting.
• Develop blog/website and social media posts to highlight community development and affordable housing accomplishments.
• Attend community meetings and actively take minutes as an ACDS representative and provide meeting support.

What This Job Offers

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