IN Auditor of State
Governor's Summer Intern - IHCDA Governmental Affairs
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Job Description
- Req#: 434086
- Policy Research. The intern will work with the Director of Industry and Governmental Affairs to determine current policy and industry standards around workforce housing. This will also include research on initiatives in other states. The intern will also help provide support for several agency committees and task forces.
- Impact Study. The intern will work with the Director to identify key performance indicators for existing and potential agency programs and initiatives. This will include trend and policy analysis of the programs.
- Event Management. The intern will help plan events regarding opportunity zones and modular housing tailored for key stakeholders and housing leaders with the goal of high-level policy discussions, problem solving, and the sharing of ideas that advance long-term solutions for the affordable housing industry.
- Relationship Building. This role offers a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective on working in state government and the all-important skill of relationship building. In addition to phone and virtual meetings, constituent assistance and general research, a summer-long project of compiling a comprehensive contact list of elected Indiana officials, with in-depth detail is a goal.
- Monitoring. The intern will assist in the monitoring of the Statewide Housing Inventory Platform progress, as well as communications with Municipal Partners involved in the distribution of CARES Act dollars.
- Identify and execute one major project related to agency needs and academic area of study
- Create, develop, and sustain the programmatic efforts for the assigned discipline
- Analyze data and feedback to provide recommendations
- Partner with other relevant stakeholders to promote and enhance the quality of projects
- Collaborate with State of Indiana agencies to ensure effective implementation of internal and external initiatives
- Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate with an accredited post-secondary institution and have completed at least one (1) year of undergraduate education.
- Academic work in related field
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze data sets related to discipline
- Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels
- Ability to conduct well-informed research
- Ability to solve complex, critical problems
- Ability to review and make recommendations on proposed changes to relevant policies and procedures
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Work for Indiana
Grow your career with the State of Indiana! With more than 50 executive branch agencies, the State of Indiana is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging projects across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana’s communities every day.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion - Our goal is to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace, with a workforce that is representative of the State of Indiana population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process, as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Governor's Summer Internship Program:
The Governor’s Public Service Summer Internship Program is designed to give college students real-world, hands-on experience in their desired field of study to enhance marketability upon graduation. Participation in the program will offer students a multitude of experiences including networking with state employees, resume building and soft skills workshops, agency head panels, and much more.
About the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority:
The Indiana Hous ing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) is a quasi-agency of the State of Indiana and is committed to serving the entire spectrum of housing, from homelessness to homeownership. Our charge is to provide housing opportunities, promote self-sufficiency, and strengthen communities, in order to build an Indiana with a sustainable quality of life for all Hoosiers in the community of their choice. To learn more about IHCDA visit us at www.in.gov/ihcda.
Salary Information:
The hourly wage for this position traditionally starts at $16.24/hour for current undergraduate students and $17.24/hour for those that hold a Bachelor’s Degree.Role Overview:
The Governmental Affairs Intern will provide logistical and program support for an education and outreach effort to encourage dialogue around critical housing and community development issues among practitioners, policy makers, and the communities they serve. The intern will have the opportunity to partner with the IHCDA Director of Industry and Governmental Affairs and the Governmental Affairs Liaison in our task of working with Federal, State and Local Elected officials and their support staffs to evaluate and impact legislation and policies that affect the mission and goals of the IHCDA. The Industry & Governmental Affairs Intern is exposed to a variety of agency activities. The intern will complete specific projects and tasks, as well as assist with general office work such as responding to customer and constituent inquiries, meeting preparations, research, etc.A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruit, select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel have you the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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