Asset Repositioning and Sustainability Intern

We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.
 
The Organization: The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a mission-driven leader in affordable housing, headquartered on Elliott Avenue West with sweeping views of Elliott Bay and the Puget Sound. With additional field offices across Seattle, we’re committed to expanding housing opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting a workplace where people grow and thrive.

The position: We’re seeking an Asset Repositioning and Sustainability Intern to support key initiatives across SHA’s real estate portfolio. In this role, you’ll help analyze projects involving redevelopment, rehabilitation, acquisitions, and sales, while also partnering with our Sustainability team to assess environmental programs and recommend improvements. You’ll collaborate closely with Asset Managers and Sustainability Analysts to plan and implement projects that advance agency goals, including initiatives like the Green Cleaning Program and the Project Roadmap. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both real estate strategy and sustainability.

The Location: 101 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

  The ideal candidate will have:

• Basic understanding of office practices and procedures
• Some knowledge of real estate management, project or program management, resource conservation, or sustainability
• Experience in data analysis, project/program management, and public presentations is not required but highly beneficial
• High School diploma or GED required

What will you do?

• Create detailed property reports with key physical, operational, and demographic data.
• Review and summarize monthly financial statements for assigned properties.
• Support utility and waste reduction analysis and build partnerships with local utilities.
• Update SHA databases with accurate data for resource-reduction efforts.
• Help plan, develop, and evaluate projects and programs for effectiveness.
• Assist with compliance activities related to energy benchmarking, billing, and waste rules.
• Build working knowledge of HUD regulations, including Section 18 and RAD.
• Provide program support across departments like Solid Waste, Maintenance, and Asset Management.
• Coordinate outreach efforts for staff and residents on sustainability and redevelopment topics.
• Assist with safety tasks, resource identification, budgeting, and data management for conservation projects.

How to Apply: To apply, complete the online NeoGov application by clicking the Apply button in the upper right-hand corner of this posting.

Application Tips:

1. Update the Work Experience and Education sections with your most current information. Note: SHA does not accept external attachments such as resumes or cover letters.
2. Complete the Agency-Wide questions. Even if you’ve applied to SHA before, please review and update your responses.
3. Respond to any Supplemental Questions, if applicable.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Culture: SHA offers a supportive, energetic workplace where collaboration and growth thrive. Our talented team has helped make us a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and community development.
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits
  1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  2. Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
  3. Generous paid leave and holidays
• Work-Life Balance
  1. Reasonable hours
  2. Opportunity for part-time remote work (dependent on the position)
• Professional Development
  1. On-the-job training and growth opportunities

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Our Commitment to Equity

SHA values your unique background and perspective - we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Learn more in our diversity and application equity statement.