Intern (International Programs)
Habitat for Humanity International is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need.
Habitat for Humanity has an Operational Headquarters in Americus, Georgia and an Administrative Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and is a global, non-profit ministry where our employees build futures and lives.
Job Description
The International Programs Intern serves as a key support for Habitat for Humanity International’s (HFHI) Tiered Service Model (TSM) work stream as a part of its 2014-18 strategic plan. The Tiered Service Model work stream is focused on assessing Habitat’s service model for national organizations and branches in over 70+ countries. The goal is develop a tiered service model to better service our customer base while maximizing our resources and focusing on our risk management. This position reports to the Senior Director of International Programs, but also works closely with other HFHI staff members, departments, area offices, and national organizations, as required.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Must be at least a third year undergraduate student or a graduate student.
- Must be well-organized, detailed oriented, and able to work well both independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent time management and communication (written & verbal) skills
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). MS Excel will be used on a regular basis
- Ability to interface with all levels of the organization (both internal and external)
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and respond quickly to changing conditions
- Interest and commitment to community service and nonprofits is essential.
Other Info
Office Location: 270 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303
Paid internship runs from August-December 2013.
Please cut and paste your cover letter and resume as ONE DOCUMENT into our applicant tracking system.
HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Job Details
| Job Type: | Full-Time |
| State: | GA |
| Posting Id: | 57 873 |
| City: | Atlanta |
| Country: | United States |
| Requisition Category: | Internship |
