Development Intern (Boston Region)

WinnCompanies

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Posted 10 days ago

Internship

Boston, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities include assisting with affordable housing funding applications, supporting responses to Requests for Proposals, conducting market research, and modeling project financing needs in Excel. The intern will also attend on-site construction meetings, prepare presentations, and review development documents.

WinnDevelopment is seeking an ambitious intern to support ongoing projects. Candidates should have a strong interest in affordable housing finance, project management, and strong organizational skills. This internship is available in Winn’s Boston office and requires candidates to be enrolled in a related graduate field of study.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Affordable Housing Finance

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Self-Motivation

Quick Learning

Attention To Detail

Managing Multiple Priorities

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Financial Modeling

Research

Presentation Preparation

Document Review

Communication Skills

Accountability

Autonomy

Excel

Job Description

Over five decades, WinnDevelopment has earned a national reputation for award-winning excellence in the creation of mixed-income housing. WinnDevelopment's work focuses on the acquisition and adaptive reuse of dilapidated historic structures, acquisition and repositioning of troubled multifamily (both affordable and market rate) properties, new construction mixed-income projects with a focus on transit hubs, and working with Housing Authorities for the redevelopment of their communities.

Winn is seeking an ambitious intern to support its ongoing and pipeline projects.  Candidates sought will have a strong interest in affordable housing finance and creating successful apartment and mixed-use communities. The ideal intern will be analytical, have an interest in project management, and possess strong organizational skills.  Priority will be placed on self-motivation, quick learning, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.  Entrepreneurial thinking is strongly encouraged. 

This position is available in Winn’s Boston offices and reports to the Senior Project Director.

The hourly range for this role is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. The selected candidate for this role is Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in putting together affordable housing funding applications for local, state or federal agencies for new and existing projects
  • Support assembly of responses for Request for Proposals or Requests for Qualifications for new opportunities
  • Conduct research in the areas of markets, rents, programs, policies, etc. to help plan for or support a project
  • Model various aspects of project financing needs in Excel
  • Attend on-site construction meetings, take notes, photographs, help with monthly funding requisitions, some travel required
  • Prepare presentations such as power points for public or community project presentations
  • Participate in project closing calls with lenders and investors
  • Participate in meetings with development consultants, including design, legal, accounting, compliance, marketing and property management
  • Review development documents such as fair housing documents, marketing plans, acquisition, site control and legal agreements and provide summaries as needed
  • Assist with other real estate development projects and various members of the development team as needed.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a related graduate field of study
  • 1 – 3 years of relevant experience in housing, real estate, finance, underwriting, and affordable housing is a plus
  • Hands-on financial modeling and analysis experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Project and/or personnel management experience with an ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities
  • Super attention to detail, high level of accountability, and an ability to work autonomously
  • Ability to work in downtown Boston, MA, and travel throughout New England 

About Us

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,300+ team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

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Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Internal candidates, please apply here: Internal Careers Hub

WinnCompanies

At WinnCompanies, we turn housing into homes. As a leader in property development and management, we’re creating a challenging, fast-paced workplace where teamwork, innovation and mutual respect are both valued and rewarded. We believe the relationships we build with each other are just as important as the work we do. Explore your passion within one of our three business units – WinnDevelopment, WinnResidential and WinnMilitary. Operations, leasing, compliance, maintenance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting and finance. No matter your expertise, your work will impact people who are more than just residents to us. They’re individuals, families and heroes. Founded in 1971, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our communities. We fund college scholarships for residents; host community service events and volunteer activities and more. Come join our growing team of 4,300+ staff members who are all making a difference in your local communities. With more than 700 sites across 27 states, Washington D.C. & Puerto Rico, there’s a place here for you to grow your career.

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