Business Administration and Management (Trainee Only) – Bridgeport, CT

Training Duration: 18 months
Hours: 32-40 hours/week
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Housing: Not provided

Host Company Description:

The host company is a non-profit, affordable housing provider. They have been committed to improving the quality of life in communities with housing and services with a goal of financial self-sufficiency for families, veterans, and seniors throughout the state. They are seeking dedicated individuals who are interested in learning different aspects of business operations in a property management setting.

Program Description:

Individuals will become familiar with the organization and gain experience by way of a rotating through multiple divisions of the organization. Job assignments may include Marketing, Information Technology, Human Resources, and/or other assignments based on the intern’s education and experience. Primary tasks include:
• Assisting with recertification, vacancies, delinquencies, and other property management duties.
• Completing other tasks, duties, and/or special projects as assigned by your supervisor.
• Handling income and rent calculations for tenants using HUD and LIHTC formulas.
• Receiving and processing tenant rent collections, delinquencies, late notices and posting rents.
• Assisting residents and applicants with inquiries and questions regarding LIHTC, HUD, compliance, and affordable housing availability.

Applicant Qualifications:
• To apply for the Trainee program, applicants must hold Business/ Management degree and have least 1 year of professional work experience related to the degree, OR be career professionals of 5 or more years of professional experience in this field
• Excellent English skills–Strong written and oral interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations.