Counseling Division Internship

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency • Harrisburg, PA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) is seeking a motivated intern for its Counseling Division. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital housing initiatives, focusing on network expansion, marketing, and data management. PHFA is committed to providing affordable housing solutions and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. This role is ideal for students interested in public administration, social services, urban planning, marketing, housing policy, nonprofit management, or community development.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a degree program related to public administration, social services, urban planning, marketing, or a related field.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office Suite and familiarity with digital file organization systems.
• Must be a resident of Pennsylvania.
• Must be able to work at the Harrisburg location a minimum of two days a week.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in housing policy, nonprofit management, or community development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research counties without housing counseling agencies (HCAs) and analyze gaps in service coverage.
• Identify and assess potential organizations that could join the PHFA Housing Counseling Network.
• Conduct outreach to evaluate interest and gather information on operational models and funding sources.
• Evaluate current marketing strategies and identify innovative ways to promote the housing counseling industry.
• Review HCA websites to ensure consistent branding and messaging throughout the network.
• Develop creative approaches to highlight the value and impact of housing counseling services.
• Assist in creating a comprehensive digital file for all existing HCAs.
• Organize and catalog internal information, including compliance notes and business development updates.
• Develop systems to streamline collaboration and improve communication between the Compliance team and the Senior Business Development Officer.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed