{"id":14486,"date":"2026-02-23T13:13:36","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T19:13:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/empowermissouri.org\/?p=14486"},"modified":"2026-02-23T13:15:38","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T19:15:38","slug":"affordable-housing-internship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/empowermissouri.org\/es\/affordable-housing-internship\/","title":{"rendered":"Affordable Housing Internship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PURPOSE<\/strong><br>Are you passionate about housing justice and want to make a real impact in Missouri? Empower<br>Missouri is looking for an Affordable Housing Intern or Practicum Student to support advocacy,<br>education, and organizing efforts to expand access to safe, affordable housing. Interns and<br>practicum students will gain valuable experience in community outreach, public policy, and<br>coalition-building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES<br><\/strong>\u25cf Assist with planning, promoting, and hosting town halls, community forums, and<br>educational events related to housing issues and tenant rights.<br>\u25cf Support outreach activities with tenants, grassroots organizations, and housing advocates.<br>\u25cf Participate in tabling or outreach events to educate the community about Empower<br>Missouri\u2019s housing work and services.<br>\u25cf Research and identify opportunities for additional outreach and engagement with<br>impacted communities.<br>\u25cf Conduct research on affordable housing policies at the state and local level, including<br>current housing-related bills, municipal ordinances, and federal initiatives.<br>\u25cf Draft policy briefs, fact sheets, and educational materials on key housing issues.<br>\u25cf Submit testimony on relevant housing legislation and attend hearings or city council<br>meetings in Mid-Missouri as needed.<br>\u25cf Assist with coordination and logistics for the Affordable Housing Coalition.<br>\u25cf Support communications and relationship-building with coalition members and partner<br>organizations.<br>\u25cf Help track and engage volunteers in housing-related advocacy opportunities.<br>\u25cf Maintain accurate records of contacts, events, and campaign progress.<br>\u25cf Other duties assigned to support the housing policy team\u2019s goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>REQUIREMENTS<br><\/strong>\u25cf Basic understanding of housing issues and systems in Missouri.<br>\u25cf Candidates who are currently tenants, or who have lived experience with unstable or<br>unaffordable housing, are strongly encouraged to apply.<br>\u25cf Commitment to housing justice + Empower Missouri\u2019s mission and values.<br>\u25cf Effective written and oral communication skills.<br>\u25cf Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TIME COMMITMENT<br><\/strong>\u25cf 15 hours per week (flexible schedule).<br>\u25cf Availability for some meetings between 9:00 a.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.<br>\u25cf Ability to work remotely, with occasional travel to support in-person events or advocacy<br>efforts in Mid-Missouri and the state capitol.<br>\u25cf We are happy to work with students to ensure that this opportunity meets their practicum<br>or field education requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>COMPENSATION<br><\/strong>\u25cf $13.50\/hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>REPORTS TO<br><\/strong>\u25cf Affordable Housing Policy Manager<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>HOW TO APPLY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>We\u2019d love to hear from you! <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to<br>jobs@empowermissouri.org. Be sure to include \u201cAffordable Housing Intern or Practicum<br>Student\u201d in the subject line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>Applications are due by March 15, 2026. The internship will run from late May or early June<br>through mid-to-late August, with the possibility of continuing through December 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/empowermissouri.org\/es\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Affordable-Housing-Intern-Practicum-Position-Description_2026-1.pdf\/\">Download as a PDF<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PURPOSEAre you passionate about housing justice and want to make a real impact in Missouri? 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