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Property Management Internship

CompanyCambridge Housing Authority
LocationCambridge
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will join CHA teams to support day-to-day operations within public and affordable housing environments. Key tasks include working directly with staff on tenant services, lease administration, facilities coordination, and property finance tracking.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
231
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Established under state law on December 9, 1935, Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) provides long-term rental housing and rental assistance to more than 10,000 low-income families, elders and disabled individuals through its Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Programs. CHA invests in Cambridge families and provides enhanced support to almost 10% of the city population. By focusing on policy innovation and family economic opportunities, CHA meets its mission: to develop and manage safe, good quality, affordable housing for low-income individuals and families in a manner that promotes citizenship, community, and self-reliance in one of the most expensive housing markets in the country. The Affordable Housing Accreditation Board (AHAB) has awarded national affordable housing accreditation to Cambridge Housing Authority in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The Cambridge Housing Authority became the seventh affordable housing provider to receive AHAB accreditation. The designation of “Accredited Affordable Housing Organization” reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting high performance standards established by the affordable housing industry and to providing quality, well-managed housing.
About the Role

Property Management Certificate Program Internship

Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA)

Exclusively for Graduates of the CHA + WIT Business Essentials for Property Management Program

The Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA), in partnership with Wentworth Institute of Technology, is excited to offer a paid internship opportunity available exclusively to graduates of the Business Essentials for Property Management Certificate Program.

About the Internship:

This hands-on, career-building internship is designed to help program graduates transition into the property management field with real-world experience. Interns will join CHA teams to support day-to-day operations in public and affordable housing.

Internship Highlights:

  • Work directly with CHA staff on:

    • Tenant services and communication

    • Lease administration and recordkeeping

    • Facilities and maintenance coordination

    • Property budgeting and finance tracking

  • Gain professional experience while supporting Cambridge communities

  • Receive mentorship and feedback to help launch your property management career

Eligibility:

You must be a graduate of the CHA + WIT Business Essentials for Property Management Certificate Program to apply. This is not an open application opportunity.

Internship Details:

  • Start Date: March 16 - March 30th, 2026

  • Duration: 10–20 weeks

  • Hours: 20–40 hours per week (schedule to be confirmed with CHA)

  • Location: CHA offices and properties in Cambridge, MA

  • Compensation: Paid internship



TBD, M-F
20-40 hours per week, M-F
Key Skills
Tenant ServicesCommunicationLease AdministrationRecordkeepingFacilities CoordinationMaintenance CoordinationProperty BudgetingFinance Tracking
Categories
Government & Public SectorAdministrativeSocial Services