Business & Operations Intern - Housing Benefit

Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free furnished housing

Stipend wage

Job summary

Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH) in Washington, DC seeks a Business and Operations Intern to support sales, marketing, applicant follow-ups, and payments tracking. The role involves preparing notices for visits, developing reports, and assisting management on projects throughout the semester.

The internship offers exposure to event planning, office administration, and customer service, with opportunities to gain accounting knowledge, negotiations, and networking experience.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing business, marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support in sales and marketing phone calls.
• Aid in responding and following-up with applicants.
• Assist with the tracking of payments, applications, and inquiries.
• Prepare notices for property visits and inspections.
• Develop letters, presentations and reports.
• Assist WISH management on various projects throughout the semester.
• Assist with general office management, clerical duties, and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain, order, and stock office supplies.
• Manage the reception area to ensure effective telephone communications.
• Deliver customer service to our customers.
• Assist managing incoming and outgoing mail, scanning documents, and sending to Accountant, CEO, and other staff members.
• Attend various events and meetings with WISH staff.
• Work with staff and volunteers on event day to make the WISH event a success.
• Obtain practical business experience.
• Gain accounting knowledge.
• Attain negotiation skills and experience.
• Enhance time management skills.
• Promote and develop skills that enable team development.
• Gain or improve upon networking skills, while making valuable professional contacts.
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH) in Washington, DC seeks a Business and Operations Intern to support sales, marketing, applicant follow-ups, and payments tracking. The role involves preparing notices for visits, developing reports, and assisting management on projects throughout the semester.

The internship offers exposure to event planning, office administration, and customer service, with opportunities to gain accounting knowledge, negotiations, and networking experience.