TCIS Shelter Lab-Philippines Intern

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, 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. HFHI has an Administrative Headquarters based in Atlanta, Georgia, an Operational Headquarters based in Americus, Georgia and Area Office bases of operations in Manila, Philippines for our Asia and the Pacific work, San Jose, Costa Rica for our Latin American and the Caribbean work, and Bratislava, Slovakia, for our Europe, the Middle East and Africa work.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support desk research, documentation, and communications tasks. The ideal candidate will have a background in business management or economics, with a keen interest in applying AI tools for research and analysis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, reporting, and strategic communications within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.


Primary Responsibilities of the Intern:
Reporting to the Regional Director - Operations Southeast Asia Terwilliger Center, this intern will:
  • Conduct desk research and data gathering on assigned topics
  • Utilize AI tools to enhance research efficiency and content generation
  • Document key points and action items from meetings
  • Assist in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations and briefing materials
  • Support report writing and editing for internal and external audiences
  • Organize and maintain documentation and shared folders
  • Perform other administrative or project-related tasks as needed


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business Management, Economics, or a related field.
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Familiarity with AI tools for productivity and writing is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Professionalism and adherence to HFHI Values of Humility, Courage and Accountability


Internship Overview:
  • Location: This position is based in Metro Manila and will be in a hybrid work arrangement. The successful candidate should be willing to report in the Area Office in Makati as required (three times a week, Tuesdays to Thursdays)
  • Duration: At least three (3) months (from July to September 2025); or upon completion of required internship hours, can be extended in agreement with the school, the candidate, and HFHI
  • Daily Work Hours: 5 hours a day (40 days total duration)
  • Daily Allowance: Php 500 per 5-hr workday
  • Department: Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS) - Philippines Shelter Lab
  • Position Reports to: Regional Director, Operation Southeast Asia - TCIS
  • Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
Location:
Metro Manila, Philippines
Position Category:
Paid Internship
Type:
International Internship
Function:
Administrative
Travel:
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About Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.

At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect.

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.