Administrative Policy Intern

Overview

Summary (Overview of the Position):
The Administrative Policy Intern will support the work of the Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey (SHA), a
statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing supportive housing opportunities for people with special needs. This internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit administration, housing policy, and systems-level advocacy within a mission-driven organization working at the intersection of housing, health, and disability services.
The intern will assist with administrative, research, and programmatic activities that strengthen SHA’s internal operations and support its membership of over 120 organizations across New Jersey.

Responsibilities include updating and organizing policy documents and resources, assisting with conferences and member meetings, researching funding opportunities, and supporting current initiatives and grant funded projects related to supportive housing development and services.
Through this role, the intern will gain exposure to statewide housing policy, nonprofit operations, and collaborative
initiatives aimed at promoting inclusive communities, independent living, and systems change. The position is well-suited for students interested in public policy, nonprofit management, social services, housing, or related fields, and offers meaningful professional experience in support of SHA’s mission to empower organizations and improve outcomes for people with disabilities and other special needs across New Jersey.

This position is primarily remote, with occasional in-person events and meetings within New Jersey.

SHA seeks applicants with the following skills:
• Technical skills in Google Docs, Excel, etc.
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
• Commitment to nonprofits and the mission of SHANJ
• Efficiency in multitasking, can handle multiple projects at once
• Self-discipline and time-management skills needed to work independently
• Dependable and punctual team player
• Strong administrative skills such as note taking

Responsibilities, Duties and Projects:
• Update and revise SHANJ policy documents, virtual resources, and membership information
• Assist in the preparation of SHA conference, developer meetings, and member meetings
• Research funding opportunities and compile data for SHA and its member organizations
• Assist with Supportive Housing projects such as initiatives, grants, and development

Desired Majors:
• Public Policy
• Public Administration
• Urban Planning
• Social Work
• Public Health
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Nonprofit Management
• Human Services
• Community Development
• Housing or Real Estate Development (with a public/nonprofit focus)

This internship is funded through the State of New Jersey’s Career Accelerator Internship Grant Program (CAIGP.) The NJ Career Accelerator Internship Grant Program (CAIGP) is one of New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE)’s signature initiatives, aligning higher education with labor market needs, building pathways into high-demand industries, and advancing equity in experiential learning.

Student eligibility: Current NJ undergraduate student or current NJ graduate student, recent NJ college
graduate who graduated less than one year prior to start of the internship experience (May 2025-May 2026
graduates); or current undergraduate student who is a permanent NJ resident. Verification of eligibility must be
provided.
Compensation and Duration: $20/hour for 15-20 hours/week for a total of 150-200 hours to be completed over
a minimum of 10 weeks between June 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026.

How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@shanj.org ASAP.