Intern, Policy & Systems



Job Details

Intern, Policy & Systems
Employer

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

Salary

$7,600.00 Annually

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Job Type

Intern

Job Number

PS00046

Department

Policy & Systems

Opening Date

05/17/2018

Job Summary

The Policy & Systems Department of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority advocates for effective policies and increased resources at the federal, state and local levels and facilitates local planning and systems change efforts to reduce and end homelessness in greater Los Angeles. Under the supervision of the Policy Supervisor, the Policy & Systems Intern will assist a team of Policy and Legislative Analysts with a broad range of activities related to federal, state and local policy and legislation pertaining to homeless persons and the programs that serve them.

Specifications:

  • 3 Month Temporary Internship Position
  • June 2018 – August 2018
  • 32 hours per week
  • Salary: $7,600 Stipend

Essential Job Functions


  • Conduct thorough policy analysis of issue areas relative to homelessness, housing, and service programming trends – including an emphasis on best practices and relevant regulations/statutes aimed at reducing homelessness.
  • Prepare a range of materials regarding pending legislation and policy, including but not limited to resolutions and policy memorandums, as needed.
  • Represent LAHSA at policy-related meetings.
  • Other related duties assigned by the Policy Supervisor.

     

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities


  • Proficient in MS Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently, be proactive, and exercise good judgment.
  • Excellent time management and organization skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.

     

Training & Experience


  • Current enrollment in an accredited Master's program in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Work, Urban Planning or related field.

     

Benefits are not associated with internships.

Employer
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority
Address
811 Wilshire Blvd, 6th floor

Los Angeles, California, 90017
Phone
213-683-3333

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