Special Projects Intern

Posted on

July 29, 2026

Executive

Reports to

Executive Assistant/Director of Communications & Outreach

Position Summary / Basic Function

Under the general supervision of the Executive Assistant to the CEO, the Special Projects Intern will coordinate the development and production of the Housing Authority of Travis County’s (HATC) Annual Report. The intern will collaborate with multiple departments to gather content, performance data, photographs, and success stories that showcase HATC’s programs and community impact. The internship provides hands-on experience in communications, project management, technical writing, data visualization, and public-sector reporting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and develop HATC’s Annual Report and associated material, such as a one-page summary of the Annual Report.
Gather information, statistics, accomplishments, and program highlights from departments across the agency.
Conduct interviews with HATC staff to capture project summaries, resident success stories, and departmental achievements.
Research and verify organizational data to ensure accuracy and consistency throughout the report.
Organize charts, graphs, infographics, photographs, and other visual content.
Coordinate with departments to collect high-quality photographs, project updates, and support documentation.
Proofread, format, and ensure quality assurance before publication.
Support branding consistency by following HATC’s communication standards and visual identity.
Handle other communications, executive office projects, and special assignments as needed.

Scope and Effect

The intern’s work will directly contribute to HATC’s official Annual Report, an important publication used to communicate organizational accomplishments, financial stewardship, resident impact, strategic initiatives, and agency performance to the Board of Commissioners, community partners, elected officials, residents, funding agencies, and the public.
Successful performance will help strengthen HATC’s public transparency, community engagement, and organizational storytelling.

External Contacts

The intern may interact with photographers, graphic designers, printing vendors, community partners, consultants, and other organizations supporting Annual Report development.

Internal Contacts

Frequent contact with Executive Leadership, department directors, and potentially others within the organization.

Pay Rate & Duration

$15/hr
8 weeks long/200 hrs

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Interested?

If interested and qualified, please fill out HATC's Employment Application, and submit alongside your resume to [email protected].

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Employment with HATC, if offered, is on an at-will basis, meaning that either an employee or HATC may end the employment relationship at any time and for any reason. If you are a person with a disability who requires assistance in applying for this position, please contact [email protected]

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. The Housing Authority of Travis County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.