We are Habitat
Habitat for Humanity International’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Anchored by the conviction that safe and affordable housing provides a path out of poverty, since 1976 Habitat has helped more than 5 million people through home construction, rehabilitation and repairs and by increasing access to improved shelter through products and services. Habitat also advocates improving access to decent and affordable shelter and offers a variety of housing support services that enable families with limited means to make needed improvements on their homes as their time and resources allow. As a nonprofit Christian housing organization, Habitat works in more than 70 countries and welcomes people of all races, religions and nationalities to partner in its mission.
What will you build?
As a Global Advocacy Campaign Intern, you will support the launch of Habitat for Humanity International first-ever global advocacy campaign. The position will work directly with Habitat’s Global Campaign Manager and other staff in Habitat’s Government Relations and Advocacy Office. You will learn from their participation on a wide array of projects related to Habitat’s international policy work and the global campaign including campaign strategy and tools and resources for Habitat’s country offices.
*This position is based in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities:
Habitat for Humanity International’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Anchored by the conviction that safe and affordable housing provides a path out of poverty, since 1976 Habitat has helped more than 5 million people through home construction, rehabilitation and repairs and by increasing access to improved shelter through products and services. Habitat also advocates improving access to decent and affordable shelter and offers a variety of housing support services that enable families with limited means to make needed improvements on their homes as their time and resources allow. As a nonprofit Christian housing organization, Habitat works in more than 70 countries and welcomes people of all races, religions and nationalities to partner in its mission.
What will you build?
As a Global Advocacy Campaign Intern, you will support the launch of Habitat for Humanity International first-ever global advocacy campaign. The position will work directly with Habitat’s Global Campaign Manager and other staff in Habitat’s Government Relations and Advocacy Office. You will learn from their participation on a wide array of projects related to Habitat’s international policy work and the global campaign including campaign strategy and tools and resources for Habitat’s country offices.
*This position is based in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities:
- Support Launch of HFHI first-ever global advocacy campaign
- Conduct research, analysis, and writing on policy issues that impact housing and international development
- Attending external meetings, forums and events as requested by staff
- Current undergraduate or graduate student
- Understanding of land and security of tenure
- Ability to conduct research
- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Campaign, International and/or Housing experience
At the end of the internship, it will be noticeable that you have contributed to Habitat’s mission and have had ample of opportunities to learn from experts in the field!
We invite you to join in this journey with us to advocate the urgent need for adequate, affordable shelter.
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