College Intern

OHFA is seeking to fill six (6) College Intern positions. College Interns will provide project, research, and administrative support to an assigned OHFA division. These positions will offer practical experience in a professional public-sector environment and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in support of affordable housing efforts statewide. Interns assist with day-to-day tasks, participate in team projects, and develop skills aligned with their academic and career interests.

In their work, College Interns will perform all or some of the following tasks for the department to which they are assigned...

• Assist staff with data collection, research, and preparation of reports or presentations.
• Support process improvement initiatives by gathering information and identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency.
• Maintain and update files, records, logs, and internal documentation.
• Prepare draft correspondence, summaries, briefing materials, and other written materials as assigned.
• Participate in internal meetings, take notes, and help track follow-up tasks.
• Provide general administrative support, including scheduling assistance, document preparation, and responding to routine inquiries.
• Collaborate with team members to complete assignments and contribute to agency goals.
• Follow all OHFA policies, procedures, confidentiality requirements, and ethical guidelines.
  
  

For more information about the internships offered, please review the Legal Office College Internship position description, the Office of Public Affairs Internship position description, the Finance Office - Fiscal Operations Internship position description, the Finance Office - Single Family Accounting Internship position description, Human Resource Office Internship position description, or the Information Technology Office Internship position description.

Working Conditions

Staff report to OHFA's offices which are located at 2600 Corporate Exchange Drive, Columbus, OH 43231.

OHFA is seeking College Interns in the following degree fields:

• Office of Information Technology (1 position): Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Human Resources Office (1 position): Human Resources, Public Administration, or Business Administration
• Legal Office (1 position): Law or related undergraduate field with intent to pursue law degree
• Office of Public Affairs (1 position): Political Science, Public Affairs, Marketing, or Communications
• Office of Finance (2 positions): Finance, Accounting, or related field
  
  

A copy of a current transcript should be submitted along with the application.

Technical and Professional Skills Necessary for Success: Internship, Accounting and Finance, Public Relations, Information Technology, Law, Active Learning, Confidentiality, Listening, Emotional Intelligence

Organization

Ohio Housing Finance Agency

Agency Contact Name and Information

Jessica Grimm, Email: JGrimm@ohiohome.org

Unposting Date

Jul 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Ohio Housing Finance Agency

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

Rate of pay set by OHFA pay scale*

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours

M-F, 8-5, Flexible around school schedule

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from Union

Technical Skills

Accounting and Finance, Information Technology, Internship, Public Relations, Law

Professional Skills

Active Learning, Emotional Intelligence, Listening, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

OHFA offers affordable housing opportunities for Ohioans from rental assistance to homeownership. OHFA provides access to financial resources for the development and management of affordable housing. The Agency's programs serve first-time homebuyers, renters, senior citizens and other populations with special needs who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. Please visit OHFA's website for more information about our mission.

The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) provides access to affordable and safe housing opportunities for Ohioans. Our interns support this mission by contributing to projects that strengthen program delivery, enhance internal operations, and support the Agency’s strategic initiatives.