Policy and Advocacy Internship

Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition Policy and Advocacy Internship 

Application Process

Please Note: Candidates must apply by sending a resume and cover letter to info@taxcreditcoalition.org.

The Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition (AHTCC) is seeking a Policy and Advocacy Intern who is interested in promoting affordable housing through public policy, specifically by working to expand and strengthen the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Housing Credit). The intern will work closely with the AHTCC team to track legislation and congressional developments, gather data on affordable housing, assist with the development of advocacy resources, stay up to date on issues impacting affordable housing, and provide support for AHTCC events.

This Policy and Advocacy internship is an optimal opportunity for candidates who hope to make a meaningful contribution to an organization advocating for affordable housing policy. The ideal candidate for this internship will have an interest in promoting affordable housing and public policy, demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have strong attention to detail, and be comfortable working as a team member in a fast-paced environment.
 

This part-time Policy and Advocacy internship will run 3-4 months, with the potential for further extension. The position will be fully remote with the option for occasional in-person work in Washington, D.C., where the AHTCC team is based. However, we will consider candidates who do not live in the Washington, D.C., area and will need to work remotely part-time. This internship opportunity will be paid at a rate of $25 an hour.

About the AHTCC

The AHTCC is a trade organization of housing professionals who advocate for the Housing Credit—the nation’s primary tool to finance affordable rental housing—and has been at the forefront of efforts to protect and bolster the program for the past nearly 40 years.
 

Our over 270 for-profit and non-profit members—including syndicators, investors, lenders, developers, legal and accounting professionals, state allocating agencies, public agencies, and coalitions—seek to preserve, expand, and improve the Housing Credit and complementary programs through legislative and regulatory outreach and education. Collectively, AHTCC members have financed or developed well over half of all affordable housing nationwide. See a list of our members here.

Description of Roles and Responsibilities

Depending on the needs of the organization and the candidate’s interests, responsibilities may include:

• Collecting, tracking, and analyzing data about the Housing Credit and AHTCC member impact to inform advocacy efforts
• Developing content for the AHTCC’s website
• Assisting in preparations for AHTCC webinars, events, and meetings
• Monitoring and summarizing congressional hearings, and other affordable housing webinars, events, and meetings
• Tracking legislation
• Assisting in creating and updating advocacy materials
• Assisting in the drafting of content for policy newsletters, advocacy alerts, and other communications for the AHTCC membership and broader affordable housing industry
• Assisting with social media outreach and engagement
• Contributing to the AHTCC’s policy, communications, and membership goals by accomplishing related tasks as needed

Requirements

• Commitment to the mission of promoting affordable housing and an interest in advocacy
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and professional, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work remotely, including computer, cellphone, and reliable internet connection
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or have completed a bachelor’s degree
• Open to part-time with a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Must be available during business hours (9 – 5 PM ET)
• Preferred location: Washington, DC, but open to remote candidates

Application Process

Candidates may apply by sending a resume and cover letter to info@taxcreditcoalition.org. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.