Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION:

JOB TITLE: Intern - Sacramento Office INTERN

Job Summary: Assist with general administrative duties. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Mission Values: At Mercy Housing we believe that business and mission are not competing values. Employees are expected to contribute to admission and values centered culture. Employees are expected to articulate and incorporate the mission and core values of Respect, Justiceand Mercy into their day-to-day work, as well as demonstrate commitment to issues of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are more effective when diverse groups of people, including residents, feel valued, respected, and included.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Makes copies of documents as needed.

• Distributes and posts mail, including large mailings when requested.

• Sends out and distributes all UPS and FedEx packages as needed.

• Assist the administrative assistants with phone calls.

• Assist the administrative assistants with greeting and directing visitors to the proper information.

• Writes and edits various materials as needed utilizing Word and Excel.

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

• Work cooperatively with others.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION:

• Attending high school.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

• None.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, pushing, and climbing).

• Eager to learn.

• Present self well to the public.

• Detail oriented, flexible, and energetic. Able to alphabetize.

• Task oriented. Organizational skills.

• Good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication.

• Basic computer proficiency.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical: Must be able to push/pull object less than 30 pounds, walk, climb stairs and enter/exit buildings that are under construction, occasionally, without normal ingress/egress available.

• Sensory: Ability to read fine print on documents. Able to speak clearly and make self-understood, while also understanding others using the English language.

• Cognitive: Ability to understand and relate to concepts behind specific ideas and remember multiple tasks/assignments given to others over a period of days. Able to concentrate on moderate detail in both office and field with moderate interruption. Able to attend task/function for more than 60 minutes at a time.

• Environment: Exposure to different climates. Exposure to dust, dirt, air particles, and hazardous materials common to residential construction sites.

• Equipment: Ability to properly operate computers & telephone.