Summer Student Position Housing Policy Analyst

Position Details

Employment Type: Fixed-term contract (summer student position)

Reports to: VP Strategic Policy & Partnerships

Direct Reports: N/A

Salary Range: $19.75 / hour

Work Environment: CivicActions work is a hybrid workplace that combines both in-

office and remote work. CivicActions physical offices are in downtown Toronto and technology will be provided to support both in-office and remote work. This position may involve some evening and weekend work.

Duration: 8 weeks

How to Apply: Please upload resume and cover letter

Position Purpose

The Housing Policy Analyst will support CivicActions work to advance housing affordability solutions across the GTHA. This role is ideal for a post-secondary student interested in policy research community-building and urban issues. The intern will help with research event and meeting planning and logistics outreach and communications while learning how multi-sector partners work together to tackle complex housing challenges.

This is a hands-on opportunity to develop practical skills work closely with experienced staff and contribute to meaningful systemic change projects that support more affordable inclusive and vibrant communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with research on relevant housing and GTHA-related topics collecting relevant data articles and insights.
• Support the organization and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data.
• Help draft materials such as brief summaries backgrounders presentations and other project documents.
• Assist in planning partner convenings and meetings including scheduling preparing materials and helping with logistics.
• Support event tasks such as venue coordination equipment setup catering registration and more.
• Help develop and manage invitation lists to ensure diverse and relevant participation.
• Take detailed meeting notes and produce clear concise summaries.
• Assist in creating clear accessible content for partners and the public.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Education Certification and Experience:

Currently enrolled in a related post-secondary program (e.g. Political Science Social Sciences Public Policy Urban Studies Planning or related).

Demonstrated Skills and Behaviours:

• Experience in project or event coordination research and/or policy support preferably within a non-profit or public policy environment.
• Strong organizational skills and experience with project planning logistics partnerships collaboration and/or coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft clear concise documents and reports.
• Experience with data collection and analysis and the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and experience with event management tools or CRM systems is a plus.
• A passion for CivicActions mission and a commitment to making the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area more affordable inclusive and prosperous.
• Interest in learning new skills practicing and sharpening existing skills working within a team and sharing and accepting constructive feedback.

About CivicAction

CivicActions purpose is to elevatecivic engagement that builds livable inclusive cities in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). For over two decades we have been mobilizing leaders and changemakers to champion innovative solutions to accelerate the alignment of actions and to invest in the leadership of tomorrow. Our high impact leadership programs open doors minds and opportunities for young emerging and under-represented leaders in the GTHA.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Workplaces & Inclusive Recruitment

CivicAction is committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and in our recruitment processes. We encourage applicants of all gender identities and sexual orientations ages ethnicities cultures abilities and life experiences to apply. Accommodations are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE: Research shows that women and racialized candidates often only apply to positions when they feel 100% qualified. If youre interested in this role but dont see yourself fully reflected in the requirements of the posting we still encourage you to reach out to learn more by emailing .