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Assisted Housing -Finance - Work- Study

Housing Authority of the City of Austin · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago
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About the Role

Established in 1937, Austin Housing Authority (AHA) is a national leader in providing safe, healthy, and affordable housing options for the Austin community. AHA's mission is to cultivate sustainable affordable housing communities and partnerships that inspire self-reliance, growth, and optimism. The Austin Housing Authority (AHA) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Intern to support financial operations within the HUD Assisted Housing Department. This position will assist in developing and refining procedures for our Financial Specialist, focusing on improving financial tracking, compliance, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

  • Review, clean up, and organize system data related to repayment plan payments and tracking
  • Support receivables management, including aged receivable tracking, delinquent notice generation, and follow-up actions
  • Monitor repayment agreements and assist with reporting requirements to the HUD field office as needed
  • Learn and apply financial software tools to support daily operations
  • Draft and organize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to document and improve financial processes
  • Participate in software training sessions and apply new skills to ongoing projects

Qualifications

  • Current student in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
  • Basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent written communication and documentation abilities
  • Ability to learn new software and data systems quickly
  • Interest in affordable housing, public service, or federal program administration is a plus

Intern Guidelines & Expectations

  • Maintain confidentiality regarding client and program information
  • Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance
  • Communicate professionally via email, phone, and in-person interactions
  • Follow AHA policies and procedures, including IT, safety, and ethics guidelines
  • Seek guidance when tasks or processes are unclear

Internship Term & Future Opportunities

Initial Term: Through December 31, 2026. Extension Opportunities: Based on performance, project needs, funding, scheduling, and academic eligibility, the internship may be extended into the spring and summer semesters for up to one full year. Any extension is discretionary and not guaranteed.

Professional Development Notice: This internship is designed as a temporary educational and professional development opportunity. It is not an entry point or a direct path to future employment with AHA. Interns are welcome to apply for publicly posted full-time positions via the standard competitive hiring process.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled. Applications must be submitted online at https://austinha.org/about-us/careers or in person at Austin Housing Authority, 1124 S. IH-35, Austin, Texas 78704. AHA is a drug-free workplace. A Criminal Background Check, including a sex offender registry check, Driving Record, Texas Driver's License, and Physical/Drug Screening will be required upon offer of employment.

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