Job Description
About Community Solutions:
Community Solutions is a “field catalyst” working to align and mobilize actors, locally and nationally who impact homelessness toward the shared goal of making homelessness rare and brief, everywhere. The organization directly supports more than 140 communities in the US in implementing accountable, community wide efforts that drive measurable reductions in homelessness. This solutions-focused approach involves rigorous collaboration of public and private efforts, comprehensive, real-time information on those experiencing homelessness and increased access to housing. By 2027, Community Solutions’ network aims to reach a tipping point where homelessness is widely perceived to be solvable and public opinion has measurably shifted to support solutions; reductions in homelessness have been achieved in a diverse and growing array of communities, and solutions focused policies increasingly drive federal, state and local responses.
Achieving this “tipping point” requires the political will of elected officials, which in turn requires the expectation and support of community leaders.
Position Overview:
Community Solutions is seeking motivated, thoughtful, and mission-driven Summer Interns to support our work across teams. Interns will gain hands-on experience contributing to projects that advance our mission to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring, while building skills in nonprofit operations, research, communications, and systems change.
This internship is designed to be a meaningful learning experience, with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and exposure to cross-functional work.
Defining Success for this Position:
Success in this role will be defined by the intern’s ability to deliver high-quality, timely work; communicate clearly; and contribute meaningfully to team projects. Successful interns demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn, while translating research and data into actionable insights and supporting a collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Because our interns are matched with specific teams (i.e., Strategic Partnerships, Finance, Operations, Campaign/Communications, or Employee Experience, Learning & Engagement) based on organizational needs and candidate strengths, day-to-day responsibilities will vary.
Core Responsibilities (Applicable to all interns):
- Coordinate project logistics, manage timelines, and support fast-paced, deadline-driven workstreams.
- Conduct targeted research and analysis, and translate findings into clear recommendations.
- Develop reports, presentations, and information-sharing materials.
- Analyze data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and track progress toward outcomes.
- Contribute to the development of internal systems and tools for tracking learning, testing strategies, and supporting continuous improvement.
- Analyze data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and track progress toward outcomes.
Potential Team-Specific Tasks (Depending on your placement):
- Support strategic initiatives such as donor engagement campaigns, partnership development, or long-term organizational planning.
- Assist in drafting curriculum and training materials.
- Support long-term organizational strategic planning.
- Assist with campaign execution, including building and maintaining stakeholder or media lists and supporting outreach efforts.
What You’ll Learn
- How an international nonprofit operates to drive systems change
- Practical skills in project management, collaboration, and translating complex information into actionable insights
- Experience working in a fast-paced, mission-driven nonprofit environment
- Exposure to cross-functional teams, including operations, program work, strategy, fundraising, and communications
- Real-world experience applying your academic or professional interests to mission-driven work
Professional Experience and Qualifications:
Current student or recent graduate who is passionate about social impact, equity, and ending homelessness
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience conducting research or working with data to inform decisions
Ability to leverage tools (including AI tools) to support research, analysis, and content creation while ensuring accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize research and data into clear insights and actionable recommendations
Comfort working independently and collaboratively in a remote setting
Brings curiosity, initiative, and a demonstrated eagerness to learn
Experience using Google Workspace for workplace or academic collaboration
Experience or coursework related to communications, HR/learning & development, or donor relations
Software/Apps Used:
- Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Slides, Sheets, Meets)
- Slack
- Asana
- AI Tools such as ChatGPT
- Salesforce
- Udemy
Salary Range:
The intern will work 30-40 hours per week for no more than 10 weeks, starting in June 2026 through August 2026. If the intern’s school does not provide a stipend for internships, then Community Solutions will compensate at a rate of $20/hour. This is a 1099-contracted position, not a W-2 employee.
Work Environment:
This internship provides the flexibility to work from a remote US location without the standard support available at an office.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We strive for inclusivity and diversity by attracting extraordinary people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We seek to employ an all-star team of people who vary by their race and ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, age, culture, religion, veteran status, physical and mental abilities. We promote equal opportunity in the recruitment, selection, training, compensation, promotion, and benefits of all employees. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act .
