About Hogan’s Alley Society
Hogan’s Alley Society is a Vancouver-based non-profit dedicated to advancing the social, political, economic, and cultural well-being of people of African descent (Black people).
We do this through inclusive housing, community programs, and public education. Our work also focuses on restoring and celebrating the Black presence in Vancouver and addressing the impacts of displacement and systemic racism.
For more information, visit https://www.hogansalleysociety.org/
Position Summary
We are seeking a Community Land Trust & Development Intern to join our team, to support the team through all stages of the development process. This role requires a passion for developing the skills needed to deliver social purpose real estate projects by working collaboratively with a wide variety of project stakeholders. The successful candidate will be curious, able to focus on the details without losing sight of the big picture, and a commitment to learning and growing in the role.
There will be two (2) intern positions.
Duration: July 6, 2026 - August 28, 2026 (8 weeks)
Special Notes
The successful candidate must be available to complete the full eight-week internship.
Why This Internship?
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Hands-on Experience: Work on impactful, real-world projects focused on nonprofit housing development, community planning, and engagement that allow you to build skills that make a difference.
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Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced professionals in non-profit development and project coordination.
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Skill Building: Gain practical skills in project management, financial & technical literacy, problem solving & accountability, communication & collaboration, community-centered practice & cultural competency, stakeholder engagement, and communications.
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Networking: Connect with community leaders, organizations, and professionals in the Lower Mainland’s non-profit sector and Black community.
What You’ll Do
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Support project planning and administration for community initiatives.
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Assist with budgeting, scheduling, and document management.
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Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and manage follow-up tasks.
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Help prepare presentations and reports for diverse audiences.
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Contribute to improving organizational systems and templates.
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Support the leadership and development team with day-to-day tasks and initiatives
What We’re Looking For
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Enrolled in a post-secondary program such as urban studies and planning, community development and social sciences, business and nonprofit management, or communications and public engagement programs.
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Property management experience
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Strong organizational and communication skills.
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Comfortable with MS Office (especially Excel) and collaborative tools.
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Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.
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Previous experience in community work or non-profits is an asset but not required.
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Lived experience as part of the Black community or other racialized communities.
What You’ll Gain
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Hands-on experience in social purpose real estate development and community-focused housing initiatives
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Skills in project coordination, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and document management
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Practical experience supporting community engagement, outreach, and culturally informed programming
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Improved communication skills through preparing reports, presentations, and stakeholder materials
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Insight into working within an anti-oppressive, Black-led nonprofit organization
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Exposure to leadership, strategy, and day-to-day operations in a mission-driven environment
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Experience using digital tools and systems for tracking projects, budgets, and organizational workflows
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Stronger problem-solving, adaptability, and collaboration skills in a dynamic team setting
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Expanded professional network with community leaders, partners, and non-profit professionals
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Career insight into pathways in housing, urban planning, community development, and the non-profit sector
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A deeper understanding of the social and historical context of Hogan's Alley and Black communities in Vancouver
Why Join Us?
At Hogan’s Alley Society, this isn’t just an internship - it’s an opportunity to be part of a movement that celebrates and uplifts Black communities in Vancouver. Skills that the participant will ideally develop during this internship
Preferred Level of Education
Enrolled in Post Secondary located within the Lower Mainland
Will prioritize the recruitment of a youth facing barriers to employment for the hiring of this job
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Black youth
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Youth in an official language minority community
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2SLGBTQI+ youth
The pay range for this role is:
27.85 - 27.85 CAD per hour(Vancouver, CA)
