Duration: Sept 1 – December 15, flexible with academic schedule
Hours: 12 hrs per week with opportunity to increase hours
Location: In-Person in Dorchester (near Ashmont Station) once per week, online otherwise
The Massachusetts Union of Public Housing Tenants is a nonprofit run by tenants for tenants. We are union of Local Tenant Organizations and our mission is to preserve and improve public housing across the state. Mass Union believes that those most impacted by a problem should play a leading role in solving it. We are led by tenants who live the problems of public housing 24/7. We provide training, technical assistance, and direct support for individual tenants and Local Tenant Organizations so that tenants have a seat and speak with one voice at decision-making tables.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Mass Union is looking for an intern to support our operations, including event management, leadership development, social media, and record maintenance. The ideal candidate is one who is passionate about social justice and wants to work in a grassroots environment. The intern will have many opportunities to build relationships with tenants and other leaders in the housing justice field, learn about the formation of tenant unions, and get involved in important policy advocacy in Massachusetts.
We are seeking a team player with strong detail orientation and commitment to our mission. Experience with Microsoft OneDrive and Salesforce is preferred but not required. Candidates must be able to lift 20lbs. Bilingual/bicultural experience a plus.
Duties
Duration: Sept 1 – December 15, flexible with academic schedule
Hours: 12 hrs per week with opportunity to increase hours
Location: In-Person in Dorchester (near Ashmont Station) once per week, online otherwise
The Massachusetts Union of Public Housing Tenants is a nonprofit run by tenants for tenants. We are union of Local Tenant Organizations and our mission is to preserve and improve public housing across the state. Mass Union believes that those most impacted by a problem should play a leading role in solving it. We are led by tenants who live the problems of public housing 24/7. We provide training, technical assistance, and direct support for individual tenants and Local Tenant Organizations so that tenants have a seat and speak with one voice at decision-making tables.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Mass Union is looking for an intern to support our operations, including event management, leadership development, social media, and record maintenance. The ideal…
Hybrid Schedule - Mostly Remote Work
Easy access via Red Line (Ashmont Station) or Bus
Hybrid Schedule - Mostly Remote Work
Easy access via Red Line (Ashmont Station) or Bus
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