Student Intern

Resident InternGeneral Program SupportPart Time (Up To 28 Hours / Week)Salary: $17.34 - $20.00 / HourlyClosing Date/Time: This will be a continuous recruitment until sufficient applications have been received.DefinitionThe Resident Internship Program has been developed to provide Oakland Housing Authority program participants with part time work experience for up to 9 months within the Family And Community Partnerships (Fcp) Department. This on-the-job training will give participants a thorough understanding of community program development practices and general office functions in preparation for entry into the competitive workforce. Resident Interns will support the following program areas listed under essential functions: Civic Engagement, Site Services Family Self Sufficiency (Fss), Resident Opportunity Services (Ross), Leadership; Homeownership; or General Support.Internship ObjectivesGain an overall understanding of Oha resident supportive services needs and become familiar with community resources; andDevelop competencies in program development and implementation; andDevelop skills successfully using database software and track program benchmarks; andLearn and implement marketing and networking strategies.Personal DevelopmentDevelop planning, organizational and time management skills; andIncrease knowledge of computer skills and technology; andDevelop team-based work competencies and professional ethics; andLearn effective referral procedures.Essential FunctionsUnder Fcp Staff Supervision Resident Interns will assist in implementing programs related to employment, education, and leadership development. Assignments are characterized by the following essential functions:Civic Engagement And Leadership Program SupportProvides support to civic engagement and leadership development programs for Oha residents and the surrounding community; andAssists in developing, facilitating, and implementing outreach and recruitment efforts, workshops, and special events; andProvide front desk assistance; andAssists with keeping meeting minutes and notes; andAssists with maintaining and updating leadership materials and tracking sheets for all leadership programs; andMaintains logs of participant communication and internship activities; andAssists in mediating conflicts between Oha participants and discusses all incidents and areas of concern with Fcp staff.General SupportOutreaches program information and greets program participants in a friendly and welcoming manner; andParticipates in public speaking activities; andFacilitates site meetings and conducts outreach activities; andAssists in planning and implementing programs and events; andSets up and breaks down spaces for events; andOrganizes files and performs data entry; andSeeks out and maintains relationships with community agencies; andProvides support to residents accessing the computer lab; andManages email distribution list.Marginal FunctionsWork evenings, weekends and perform other work-related duties as required.Minimum QualificationHigh School Diploma/Ged or must be able to provide verification of enrollment in Ged classes upon commencement of internship.Must be a legal resident/participant of an Oakland Housing Authority housing program; on the lease/voucher and in good standing.Some applicable work experience and/or training preferred.College units are a plus.Job placement will be contingent upon the applicant passing the drug testing.Strong desire for a career in community supportive services or education.Bilingual skills in Asl, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese and/or Spanish are a plus.Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.Knowledge And AbilityKnowledge Of :Modern office practicesBasic computer functions including: the Microsoft Office Suite and Excel spreadsheetsInternet navigationElectronic correspondencePhotocopier and scanning office equipmentLandline and mobile telephone systems.Ability To :Be self-motivatedDeliver excellent customer service to program participants and customersMaintain confidentialityExercise patience, professionalism and sensitivity with a diverse populationCommunicate effectively both orally and in writing.To Apply: Please complete and submit an employment application online at . Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.BenefitsNon-Benefited position