Community Land Trust & Development Intern (8 Weeks Canada Summer Jobs Program) - 2 Positions

Hogan's Alley Society•Vancouver, BC

1d•CA$28 - CA$28

About The Position

We are seeking a Community Land Trust & Development Intern to join our team, to support the team through all stages of the development process. This role requires a passion for developing the skills needed to deliver social purpose real estate projects by working collaboratively with a wide variety of project stakeholders. The successful candidate will be curious, able to focus on the details without losing sight of the big picture, and a commitment to learning and growing in the role. There will be two (2) intern positions. Duration: July 6, 2026 - August 28, 2026 (8 weeks). The successful candidate must be available to complete the full eight-week internship.

Requirements

Enrolled in a post-secondary program such as urban studies and planning, community development and social sciences, business and nonprofit management, or communications and public engagement programs.
Property management experience
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Comfortable with MS Office (especially Excel) and collaborative tools.
Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.
Lived experience as part of the Black community or other racialized communities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in community work or non-profits is an asset but not required.
Enrolled in Post Secondary located within the Lower Mainland
Will prioritize the recruitment of a youth facing barriers to employment for the hiring of this job
Black youth
Youth in an official language minority community
2SLGBTQI+ youth

Responsibilities

Support project planning and administration for community initiatives.
Assist with budgeting, scheduling, and document management.
Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and manage follow-up tasks.
Help prepare presentations and reports for diverse audiences.
Contribute to improving organizational systems and templates.
Support the leadership and development team with day-to-day tasks and initiatives.

Benefits

Hands-on Experience: Work on impactful, real-world projects focused on nonprofit housing development, community planning, and engagement that allow you to build skills that make a difference.
Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced professionals in non-profit development and project coordination.
Skill Building: Gain practical skills in project management, financial & technical literacy, problem solving & accountability, communication & collaboration, community-centered practice & cultural competency, stakeholder engagement, and communications.
Networking: Connect with community leaders, organizations, and professionals in the Lower Mainland’s non-profit sector and Black community.
Hands-on experience in social purpose real estate development and community-focused housing initiatives
Skills in project coordination, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and document management
Practical experience supporting community engagement, outreach, and culturally informed programming
Improved communication skills through preparing reports, presentations, and stakeholder materials
Insight into working within an anti-oppressive, Black-led nonprofit organization
Exposure to leadership, strategy, and day-to-day operations in a mission-driven environment
Experience using digital tools and systems for tracking projects, budgets, and organizational workflows
Stronger problem-solving, adaptability, and collaboration skills in a dynamic team setting
Expanded professional network with community leaders, partners, and non-profit professionals
Career insight into pathways in housing, urban planning, community development, and the non-profit sector
A deeper understanding of the social and historical context of Hogan's Alley and Black communities in Vancouver