Internship (May to Aug) – Executive & Strategic Projects

Description

FamilyAid is a leading provider of solutions to family homelessness. Our mission is to empower parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build solid foundations for their children's futures.

We prevent family homelessness whenever possible, reduce harm if homelessness can't be avoided by housing families as quickly as possible, mitigate trauma, especially for children, and provide wraparound supports that foster long-term stability.

We provide children and parents with a path to self-sufficiency via two-generation educational programs, housing search and placement support, and connections to vital resources they need to return to their own homes.

Our strategic vision and bold strategies to reduce two-generation homelessness successfully served 5,000 children and parents in Greater Boston last year.

Our supportive, collaborative, diverse workplace of more than 130 professionals is ideal for skilled, result-oriented professionals who are driven to help children and families thrive. FamilyAid has been recognized as a Massachusetts Top Workplace by The Boston Globe and by Charity Navigator as one of the nation's top organizations working to end homelessness.

Position Summary

This summer internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the executive level of a leading nonprofit organization during a pivotal moment of organizational growth and leadership transition. Reporting to the Executive & Strategic Projects Manager in the President’s Office, the intern will provide administrative and analytical support on high-priority strategic initiatives. This role is ideal for a student interested in nonprofit leadership, organizational strategy, and executive-level operations.

Given the current transition in leadership and the fluid nature of strategic priorities, adaptability and a proactive mindset are essential. The intern will have the opportunity to gain exposure to how executive offices operate in complex, mission-driven organizations and to contribute meaningfully to projects with real organizational impact. This position has been offered in prior cycles and continues to be a high-value experience for students pursuing careers in nonprofit management, public administration, or business strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research & Reporting: Conduct research on topics relevant to FamilyAid’s strategic priorities and prepare written summaries, briefs, and reports for leadership
• Data Collection & Analysis: Assist with data collection and simple data analyses using Excel to support decision-making and reporting needs
• Stakeholder Profiles & Briefings: Create and maintain stakeholder profiles and briefing materials, particularly in support of leadership transitions and key external relationships
• Information & Materials Management: Organize and manage documents, files, and information related to leadership activities, strategic projects, and organizational change
• Internship Program Support: Assist with supporting FamilyAid’s internship program operations and growth initiatives
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the Executive & Strategic Projects Manager, including scheduling, communications preparation, and project tracking
• Special Projects: Contribute to additional projects as needs and priorities evolve during the internship period
• Meetings: Attend key internal meetings as needed; occasional in-person presence preferred for priority meetings, with flexibility on scheduling

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate educational program, ideally in nonprofit management, business administration, public policy, public administration, or a related field
• Highly desired:
• Experience with research, data organization, or strategic communications
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluency in another language (ideally Spanish or Haitian Creole)
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibits humility through the learning process and can accept feedback
• Comfortable working primarily in person with flexibility for some virtual work as agreed upon with supervisor
• Flexibility and compassion are essential

Location and Work Conditions: This position is primarily remote with occasional in-person attendance for key meetings preferred. Wednesday team meetings. FamilyAid’s headquarters are at 3815 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02130

Work Schedule: Summer 2026 (May – August). Hours to be discussed with supervisor; availability and scheduling are flexible.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please send a resume and a cover letter

FamilyAid is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.