Project Assistant Intern

Lincoln Institute of Land Policy • Washington, DC

7d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy is seeking an Intern position for the I’m HOME and Housing Access and Affordability project. As a member of this team, you will complete a wide range of independent and directed research activities; help plan convenings and activities; and provide administrative assistance for both teams. The high-level goals of the I’m HOME Network include: (1) Challenge the perception of manufactured housing and other forms of off-site housing, which are not well understood and misperceived as inferior housing. (2) Develop evidence-based tools and policy options that encourage innovation in home construction, while addressing affordable homeownership and responsible land-use policies. (3) Strengthen the network by exchanging data and best practices among members. This is a part-time at 20 hours/week paid internship located in Washington, DC reporting to the Director for Housing Access and Affordability. This Internship is scheduled to start in January 2027 and go through May 2027.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or law degree, or equivalent community-based experience.
• People from marginalized communities who may have personally experienced affordable housing discrimination or know people who have, are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Distinct interest in affordable housing, community development, or planning.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to independently solve problems.
• Coalition building skills with an ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to both initiatives, including scheduling of meetings of networks/communities of practice, managing contracts as needed, and other administrative tasks
• Draft written materials for a variety of audiences, including case studies, memos, white papers, meeting materials, web content, and social media posts.
• Plan event content, draft event materials, and coordinate with speakers and the Events team
• Work with other internal teams to advance the work of I’m HOME.
• Be a point of contact for the public by addressing inquiries and directing them appropriately.
• Research topics of interest including greening legacy cities, economic development and other revitalization activities, and good planning practices for avoiding displacement as markets revitalize.
• Assist with network outreach activities, including research on cities and their leaders, drafting materials to send to potential network members, and tracking contacts and their engagement with the network.
• Assist with other activities as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level