TCIS Shelter Lab-Philippines Intern

About the job

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. HFHI has an Administrative Headquarters based in Atlanta, Georgia, an Operational Headquarters based in Americus, Georgia and Area Office bases of operations in Manila, Philippines for our Asia and the Pacific work, San Jose, Costa Rica for our Latin American and the Caribbean work, and Bratislava, Slovakia, for our Europe, the Middle East and Africa work.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support desk research, documentation, and communications tasks. The ideal candidate will have a background in business management or economics, with a keen interest in applying AI tools for research and analysis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, reporting, and strategic communications within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.

Primary Responsibilities Of The Intern

Reporting to the Regional Director - Operations Southeast Asia Terwilliger Center, this intern will:

Conduct desk research and data gathering on assigned topics

Utilize AI tools to enhance research efficiency and content generation

Document key points and action items from meetings

Assist in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations and briefing materials

Support report writing and editing for internal and external audiences

Organize and maintain documentation and shared folders

Perform other administrative or project-related tasks as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business Management, Economics, or a related field.

Strong research and analytical skills

Familiarity with AI tools for productivity and writing is a plus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Professionalism and adherence to HFHI Values of Humility, Courage and Accountability

Internship Overview

Location: This position is based in Metro Manila and will be in a hybrid work arrangement. The successful candidate should be willing to report in the Area Office in Makati as required (three times a week, Tuesdays to Thursdays)

Duration: At least three (3) months (from July to September 2025); or upon completion of required internship hours, can be extended in agreement with the school, the candidate, and HFHI

Daily Work Hours: 5 hours a day (40 days total duration)

Daily Allowance: Php 500 per 5-hr workday

Department: Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS) - Philippines Shelter Lab

Position Reports to: Regional Director, Operation Southeast Asia - TCIS

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Industries:Non-profit Organization Management

Function: Others