ABOUT US

HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development, and public policy consulting firm that helps create more equitable, resilient, and dynamic communities. Our work turns vision into action through rigorous analysis, strategy development, and implementation planning.

HR&A professionals come from a variety of backgrounds and have a breadth of lived experiences. We are former city officials, planners, architects, lawyers, and economists. We are passionate about increasing the vitality of urban life.

HR&A is proud to be an employee-owned company and is committed to building a diverse workforce while centering issues of equity and inclusion in the work that we do.

For more information, visit our website at www.hraadvisors.com.

ABOUT YOU

You have a passion for urban development and policy, strong quantitative and qualitative skills, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today. You want to have an impact with the work that you do.

You will bring a capacity for critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, and are excited to dive into projects that help our clients solve the difficult challenges cities face today.

THE ROLE

We are seeking full-time Summer Fellows for 10-12 weeks in our Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington, DC offices. Summer Fellows will be expected to work from an HR&A office at least two days per week.

Summer Fellows will have the opportunity to engage in project work and practice development as well as employ skills aligned with the core analytical staff at HR&A. Our analyst cohort forms the foundation of our team-oriented structure and helps to drive our data-driven approach to city building.

Summer Fellows may help prepare written reports, presentations, and Excel models for clients, as well as firm marketing materials and proposals for new projects. Day-to-day tasks will range from project to project and may include:

• Market Analysis
• Case Study Research
• Econometric Modeling
• Spatial Analysis
• Real Estate Pro Formas
• Public Policy Analysis

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Candidates should currently be completing their senior year of a bachelor’s degree program or are working towards a graduate level degree. Preference will be given to candidates with a concentration in urban planning, real estate finance, economic development, public policy, housing finance, or a related field.

TIMELINE

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 PM ET on January 29, 2024. Accepted Fellows will be notified in early March and will begin the Summer Fellowship Program on June 3, 2024. The Summer Fellowship to Full-Time Employment Track is anticipated to run until August 23, 2024. Start and end dates are flexible based on candidate availability.

Individuals in the Summer Fellow to Full-Time Employment Track, who have completed their degree programs, may be considered for transition into a full-time role at HR&A upon successful completion of the fellowship.

COMPENSATION

Summer Fellows will be paid a monthly stipend of $6,000.

HOW TO APPLY

HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, and high performing team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please submit an application on our online portal at https://hraadvisors.applytojob.com/apply.

In lieu of a cover letter, please write an essay of no more than one typewritten page on how you see yourself bringing equity to cities and the built environment. Please submit this essay and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without this requested essay will not be reviewed.

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and essay that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

Climate Corps Fellow
Environmental Defense Fund

Multiple locations, including New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA; and other U.S. cities and towns.

Remote, hybrid, and on-site options available.
Job Type: 10-12 week summer fellowship

We are looking for graduate students from a wide range of backgrounds who are motivated to join the climate workforce. Climate Corps fellows work with companies, public institutions, and non-profit organizations to meet climate commitments by identifying opportunities to reduce emissions in their operations and supply chains.

Fellows are matched with host organizations based on their location, industry and project type preferences. You can view the full list of past organizations on our website. A list of 2024 host organizations will be available to successful candidates following their interview. Projects will be focused on the following areas:

• Animal agriculture
• Climate commitments and roadmaps
• Environmental and climate justice
• Food waste
• Renewables and energy efficiency
• Supplier engagement and Scope 3
• Sustainable finance
• Zero-emission vehicles and fleet transition

Benefits of Climate Corps
Hands-on Impact: As a fellow, you will work with an impactful host to drive meaningful progress in the fight against climate change. We’ve placed over 1,700 fellows in organizations like City of Austin, Google, Morgan Stanley, REI and Ulta.

Training & Development: Before you begin your work, you will attend our training to equip you with the tools you’ll need for a successful fellowship. Throughout the summer, you’ll receive continuous support from subject matter experts, Climate Corps staff, and peers. After your fellowship, you will have access to continuing education and career support.

Network Building: You will have opportunities to make connections through regional events, online community, and mentorship.

Required Qualifications

• At the time of application, enrolled in a graduate certificate or degree program.
• Self-starter with project management and leadership experience, including demonstrated success aligning and collaborating across teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• A passion for solving environmental challenges.
• Eligible to work in the United States during the summer of 2024.

Depending on the available projects, skills in financial analysis, data analysis, and familiarity with greenhouse gas emissions accounting and reporting frameworks are valuable assets.

Don’t hesitate to apply if your experience doesn’t match every listed skill. Our projects require a variety of talents, and we’re looking for fellows from diverse fields. As Climate Corps aims to strengthen the next generation of climate leaders to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future for all, we recognize that our individual and collective futures depend on the contributions of people from all backgrounds and identities – both visible and invisible- to create lasting environmental solutions. The Climate Corps program is proud that our fellows represent a diverse population of individuals and believes this diversity makes our program stronger. Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All Climate Corps fellows are required to participate in the week-long virtual Training from May 20-24, 2024.

Compensation
A minimum of $1,400 per week for 10-12 weeks, plus $1,400 for participation in Fellow Training.

Application Deadline
Please visit our website to complete your 2024 fellow application which can be found at this link:
https://environmentaldefensefund.my.site.com/EDFCCFellowPortal/s/login/

For early consideration and the best opportunity to be matched with one of your preferred host organizations, please apply by November 30, 2023 11:59 pm PT. The final application deadline is January 9, 2024 11:59 pm PT. For more information about the timeline and program, please visit the EDF Climate Corps website.

Questions? Please email our team at EDFClimateCorps.apply@edf.org.

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The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey open to students who are receiving a graduate degree between December 2023 and June 2024. Over the span of two years, Leadership Fellows have the opportunity to rotate through four different departments of their choice. Departments where Fellows frequently rotate include Aviation, Planning & Regional Development, Port, Sustainability, Tunnels Bridges & Terminals, Engineering, Finance, the PATH transit system, Agency airports (LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark), the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and more. While there’s no typical day for a Leadership Fellow, some examples of responsibilities include project management, community outreach, process improvement, research, assisting with facility operations, and leading other important initiatives that impact the New York and New Jersey region. The program is designed to build a strong foundation of business acumen, adaptability, and knowledge of The Port Authority as a whole. The breadth and depth of experiences within the program are critical in preparing Leadership Fellows to be future leaders within the Agency.

Leadership Fellows are full-time, permanent employees with a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Leadership Fellows are considered for key positions throughout the Port Authority. As of 2023, there are approximately 100 program alumni still working at the Agency.

This position is with the Triangle J Council of Governments (TJCOG), based in Durham, NC. TJCOG is a regional entity whose mission is, “to serve as an intergovernmental organization for local elected officials that works proactively on regional issues in order to sustain and improve the quality of life for our citizens.” In our diverse seven-county region, we convene local governments, stakeholders and partners to tackle the many challenges that cross jurisdictional lines. As part of TJCOG’s Community and Economic Development efforts, Triangle J COG administers home repair funding awarded from the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency. These funds, in addition to other local and private funds, are used to improve the health and safety of homes for low-income households across the Triangle J region. TJCOG partners with Rebuilding Together of the Triangle, member governments, and other local community organizations to support home repair consortiums, with a goal of improving collaboration, increasing efficiency, and streamlining the process for homeowners and community partners alike.

This 2023-2024 AmeriCorps position will have a start date (for new full-time 11 month members)of September 5th, 2023 (or soon thereafter), and an end date of July 31st 2024 (or 11 months after start date).

**Please make sure you upload all of the required documents – Resume & Cover Letter. All AmeriCorps members must submit to having a National Sex Offender, State of Residence (if state is different than NC), State of NC, and Federal FBI Background check conducted. Any applicant denying to submit to these checks will be automatically disqualified as per federal regulations.

For the 2023-2024 service year, Resilience Corps NC offers a living stipend that will range from $25,500 to $30,000 for 11 months (this is taxable and the final amount is dependent on federal funding granted by AmeriCorps in July, and candidates/applicants will be notified of that amount), health insurance reimbursement for premiums, childcare assistance, and professional development opportunities (some examples are three AmeriCorps cohort trainings that cover project management to strengths assessments, individual self-directed trainings, enrollment in NC Environmental Education Certificate Program, and conferences in conjunction with VolunteerNC). Members are also eligible to signup for SNAP benefits. Participants who complete the program will receive a Segal Education Award of $6,895 (taxable in the year used, not the year awarded) from the National Service Trust.

CTNC, the fiscal sponsor of Resilience Corps NC, is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate because of race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual preference or familial status.

Resilience Corps NC seeks to engage applicants from underrepresented communities, particularly of Asian, Black, Hispanic, Multi-Racial, and Native American background, in conservation careers. Connecting more diverse applicants to an employment pathway has led to greater equity, diversity and inclusion of all people in conservation.

Please visit https://americorps.hiringthing.com/job/589188/community-development-americorps-member to learn more about the position, desired qualifications, and how to apply.

The CDC’s Physical Activity and Health Branch is currently seeking applicants for an ORISE Fellow opportunity. This would be a great role for anyone interested in promoting physical activity through active transportation policy, systems, and community design and/or anyone pursuing the dual MPH/MCRP. The deadline to apply for this fellowship is August 30th. Please review and apply via the job announcement here: https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/CDC-NCCDPHP-DNPAO-2023-0179

This fellowship will provide training in the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity’s (DNPAO) Priority Strategy in Physical Activity: Increasing Physical Activity Through Community Design (https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/community-strategies/activity-friendly-routes-to-everyday-destinations.html). This strategy is focused on equitably increasing physical activity through the implementation of policies and activities to connect pedestrian, bicycle, or transit transportation networks (called activity-friendly routes) to everyday destinations, while being a team participant with a diverse group of public health professionals, including epidemiologists, behavioral scientists, and evaluation specialists. The selected participant will gain experience in research, evaluation, evidence synthesis, and translation for policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) strategies (e.g., active transportation plans, Complete Streets policies, comprehensive plans, demonstration projects, project funding criteria) related to equitably increasing physical activity through community design.

If you have additional questions about the nature of the work, please contact the position mentor, Heather Devlin (jji3@cdc.gov). If you have questions about the application process, after reviewing the program website, please email ORISE.CDC.NCCDPHP@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

We’re looking for the next generation of leaders in the Affordable Housing industry! If helping your fellow Virginians attain quality, affordable housing is your passion, we invite you to apply for acceptance in the Virginia Housing Fellows Program.

What is the Fellows Program?
The Fellows Program is not an internship, but rather a full-time, salaried role at Virginia Housing. If accepted, you’ll spend the next two years working alongside creative problem solvers and innovators at one of the nation’s most successful state housing authorities. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on real projects, and developing industry knowledge, leadership and analytical skills.

Who Should Apply?
We’re looking for emerging leaders: people who are innovative, visionary, analytical, lifelong learners — and excited about our affordable housing mission. They may have a wide range of skills, education and backgrounds, but all will share our deep commitment to supporting affordable housing. Virginia Housing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Further, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.

How Will This Help Your Career?
As a Fellow, you’ll work in a collaborative environment with experienced Virginia Housing associates and business partners, with opportunities to learn and grow in different aspects of the industry.

Year One – You’ll work with an Associate Chief, divisional leadership, advisory councils and business partners as you learn about policy and project work, and the internal workings of Virginia Housing.
Year Two – You’ll work with external business partners on capacity building and research assignments, gaining exposure to more industry professionals and organizations, enhancing your network and skills.
At the end of your two-year fellowship, you’ll receive job placement assistance with Virginia Housing’s affordable housing industry partners.

Requirements:

• Applicants must have the ability to legally work in the U.S. for an indefinite period of time.
• A resume is required for consideration.
• Applicants must submit an essay along with their application on one of these topics: “What affordable housing means to you” or “How you believe affordable housing impacts communities”. The essay should be 2 pages, double spaced using 12 point Arial font.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Community Planning & Development, Policy, Legal,
• Business Administration, Communication, or a similar area of study or equivalent work experience in a business environment.
• Preferred software skills include Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and web-based video conferencing (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

The Virginia Housing Fellows Mission Statement
The Virginia Housing Fellows Program fosters the environment to prepare our Fellows to be leaders in affordable housing by providing resources, knowledge, skills, and experience.

The Virginia Housing Fellows Vision Statement
The Virginia Housing Fellows Program serves as the management and leadership succession planning pipeline for Virginia’s affordable housing industry by leveraging and elevating the talents of future leaders committed to helping Virginians attain quality affordable housing.

APPLY ONLINE: https://www.virginiahousing.com/about/fellows-program

DFI partners with local governments in North Carolina to attract private investment for transformative projects by providing specialized real estate development and finance expertise. DFI offers graduate students paid summer internships in real estate and community development to support our work across North Carolina communities. DFI partners with local governments on projects including master-planned developments, urban infill redevelopment, downtown revitalization, neighborhood redevelopment, and affordable housing development. Examples of projects include:

•Evaluation of the adaptive reuse potential of a historic Main St hotel in a small western NC town

•Master development of a new urbanist town center in a small town next to a major metro area

•Pre-development for mixed-income housing in a tourism-based urban community

•Development of a revitalization strategy for a distressed neighborhood in a rural community

Under the guidance and supervision of staff, graduate student interns will assist with real-estate pre-development tasks, including, touring local projects and collecting field work data; meeting project stakeholders; conducting market research; designing and implementing processes to solicit and incorporate community feedback on development plans; developing models to test financial feasibility; researching industry best practices; writing blog posts; and preparing presentations.

Qualifications: Graduate students in planning, business, public administration and/or related disciplines such as public health,social work, geography, landscape architecture, or architecture are encouraged to apply. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in acquiring practical experience in real estate development and finance, community development, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and downtown revitalization. Fellows will use GIS and Excel;prior experience (course work or professional experience) in these subject areas is helpful but not required.

Compensation& Expectations:$11,600 stipend and GSHIP for 40 hours/week, May 15th–August 11th, with 5 days paid vacation + UNC Holidays.Travel, including occasional overnight trips, may be required.Hiring Process: Submit your application materials online at https://dfi.sog.unc.edu/fellows-programby Friday, February 3rd.Interviews will occur throughout February; final hiring decisions expected by March 1st. Please direct any questions to Sarah Odioviaodio@sog.unc.edu. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Climate Corps is the go-to graduate fellowship program for a career in sustainability. Fellows work with companies and public institutions like NYC Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice, AirBNB, Allbirds, CAVA and Goldman Sachs to identify emissions reduction opportunities in their operations and supply chains. Projects may focus on:

Climate Commitments: Conduct analysis and build strategies for emissions reductions in operations and supply chains.
Renewables and Energy Efficiency: Identify opportunities for renewable energy and energy efficiency.
Zero Emission Vehicles: Build roadmaps for the electrification of fleets.
Food & Ag: Reduce food waste and determine emission reduction opportunities in animal agriculture.

To be a successful applicant, you must…
Be enrolled in a graduate certificate or degree program at the time of your application. Graduate students from a variety of fields are needed, including engineering, business, sustainability, environmental management, public policy, and more
Be excited about solving environmental challenges.
Be eligible to work in the United States during the summer of 2023.

Depending on available projects, to thrive as a fellow you might also have…
Financial analysis skills, including project valuation.
Proficiency in quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis.
Familiarity with greenhouse gas emissions accounting and reporting frameworks (e.g., CDP, GHG Protocol, The Climate Registry)
Project management and leadership skills, including demonstrated success aligning and collaborating across teams.
Presentation skills, including comfort presenting to stakeholders at all levels of an organization.

Don’t have all the skills above?
We provide training prior to the fellowship as well continuing education through the summer and your career, including professional development, online resources and opportunities to connect with and learn from our network. If you’re excited about this program but your past experience doesn’t align with every listed skill, we encourage you to apply anyway as not every project will require every one. We recognize that our individual and collective futures depend on the contributions of people from all backgrounds and identities – both visible and invisible- to create lasting environmental solutions.
Application deadline: The application deadline is November 29, 2022 11:59 pm PT and the final application deadline is January 10, 2023 11:59 pm PT.
Compensation: $1,400 per week for 10-12 weeks, plus one week’s salary for participation in Fellow Training in late May.
Location: Fellowships are mix of remote, hybrid, and on-site opportunities across the U.S.
Questions? Visit our website or email edfclimatecorps.apply@edf.org.

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Leadership Fellows Program is a distinguished program for graduate students who expect to receive their degree in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023. The Leadership Fellows Program is a two-year rotational program that offers on-the-job experience in four different business functions. Leadership Fellows have an opportunity to explore many different areas such as operations, finance, transportation, sustainability, etc. The Leadership Fellows Program is designed to build a strong foundation of business acumen, adaptability, and knowledge of the Port Authority as a whole.

Leadership Fellows are presented with a variety of developmental opportunities that range from one-on-one coaching to structured mentoring and various targeted training programs. After successful completion of the program, Leadership Fellows will be considered for key positions in areas such as policy analysis, finance, capital programs, operations, planning, or related business functions.

Compensation and Benefits:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

How to Apply:

Follow the link under “Firm Website” to apply.

The deadline to apply is Sunday, October 30 at 11:59pm EST.

We are hiring four distinct roles for our Fall Fellowship Program. The application deadline is August 26 at 5pm EST.

Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume via LinkedIn at this link: https://lnkd.in/e_GWeQTh

or

via the GoAnywhere platform, at links below.

-Mencken Research Fellow on Urban Development https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-mencken-research-fellow-on-urban-development-p7fi9n

-Nonprofit Operations Fellow
https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-nonprofit-operations-fellow-a1rqk

-Flintlock LAB Fellow on Race and Zoning
https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-flintlock-lab-fellow-on-race-and-zoning-chn7th

-New Urban Media Podcast Production Fellow
https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-new-urban-media-podcast-production-fellow-umbejp

To succeed in any of these role, you’ll have:

-An interest and passion in cities, especially those in the American South

-Practical design or development skills not required, but greatly preferred. Design skills may include architectural software or design software, such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, Photoshop, or similar.

Southern Urbanism is a mission-based 501c3 organization committed to people who build Southern cities. Our mission is to bring practical expertise back to the discourse, to inform community leaders and policymakers, and amplify the unique perspectives of front-line new industry professionals in urban development. The nonprofit works with practitioners to enable the creation of better cities throughout the South.