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Position Overview:

The Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance (NVAHA) is seeking a dedicated and proactive Graduate Student Summer Intern to join our team on a part-time (20 hours per week), temporary basis (June - August 2026). 


 

Key Responsibilities:

The intern will be responsible for the following activities that help promote affordable housing education. The intern will report to Jill Norcross, Executive Director.


 

  • Update NVAHA’s regional Housing Policy Matrix (summarizing affordable housing policies in each of the five major Northern Virginia localities).
  • Assist with the planning of the 2026 Leckey Forum, an in-person educational event bringing together policymakers, academia, housing advocates, and leaders to explore the next generation of solutions for housing affordability across the Commonwealth (event date: 9/23/26)
  • Help with planning of NVAHA’s Lunch & Learn virtual 1 hour educational forums (topic selection, speaker ideas, and speaker preparation).
  • Complete a research project on Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) in Northern Virginia, including a comparison of PSH programs in each of the five major jurisdictions, including definitions, funding, program design, best practices and resources.
  • Maintain positive relationships with housing advocates, developers, County staff and policy leaders.
  • Represent NVAHA at relevant meetings of stakeholders and partners.
  • Provide content for applicable organizational newsletters.
  • Attend weekly staff meetings on Mondays at 1 pm (in person and on Zoom)
  • Required work days include: June 9, June 25, July 13, July 14, July 30 


 

Qualifications:

  • Enrolled in a graduate-level program in real estate, affordable housing, public policy, planning, social work, or a similar field.
  • Understanding of and interest in affordable housing issues and policy frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • A flexible attitude,  joy in the work, and a sense of humor are key to success.
  • Be physically located in or near Northern Virginia for the majority of the internship.


 

About NVAHA:

The mission of NVAHA is to increase supply of and equitable access to affordable housing in Northern Virginia through education, advocacy, and community partnership.  We believe in a future where everyone has access to quality affordable housing in a neighborhood where they can thrive.


 

Start date and compensation:

The start date for this position will be in early June 2026. The compensation is based on a 6-8 week program, an average of 20 hours a week, for a total compensation not to exceed $3,600, including some evenings hours. This position is flexible, fully remote, but with weekly in-person meetings and events. This position does not come with any benefits. Interns are required to use their own computer and phone. This internship is being funded by Atlantic Union Bank through the 2026 Future Impact Makers Grant. Intern will be required to attend 4 virtual learning events with Atlantic Union Bank in  June and July.


 

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit a cover letter and a resume to info@nvaha.org by April 30, 2026, with “Application for Summer Intern” in the subject line and outline why you feel you would be a good fit for this position. We will review applications as they are received.




 

Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We actively encourage applications from persons who have historically been subject to discrimination.