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Summer Intern Positions Available


Summer Intern Positions Available

Join Okiciyapi Tipi Habitat for Humanity's mission:
to provide simple, decent, affordable housing
for the people of the
Cheyenne River Indian Reservation

During the summer months, two intern positions are available for those who would like to work closely with us bringing hope and homes to the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation.   Job descriptions are shown below.  Please contact Executive Director Jerry Farlee for more information.

Volunteer application forms can be found to the right, and of course we are always happy to discuss any questions you may have about volunteering with Okiciyapi Tipi Habitat for Humanity!   

Volunteer Coordinator:



Assist in managing volunteer groups throughout the summer as they build/rehabilitate Habitat for Humanity homes on the Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation

Expectations of Intern:
Openness to cultural differences
Work with local Native American people on housing needs
Knowledge of fundraising/program development
Work with volunteers from various organizations throughout the summer

Required Skills:
Exceptional organization skills
Good people skills
Basic office skills

Benefits of Participating in OT HFH Internship:
Actively participate in Native American Indian Reservation life
Gain insight into the Governmental system, the history, and the traditional spiritualism of the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe
Work with an internationally recognized non-profit organization (Habitat for Humanity International)
Gain knowledge of housing needs, opportunities to assist potential homeowners, and funding techniques to acquire these homes
Work with volunteers from around the world
Earn college credit

Duration of OT HFH Internship:
May through August

Compensation:
Room & Board
Living Quarters
Food Stipend
Transportation


Office Assistant:

Perform daily routine office duties, help with fundraising ideas/programs and work with local homeowners through the OT Habitat for Humanity office on the Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation

Expectations of Intern:
Openness to cultural differences
Work with local Native American people on housing needs
Knowledge of fundraising/program development
Work with volunteers from various organizations throughout the summer
Perform routine office duties such as: daily bookkeeping (tracking payments and donations) handling telephone calls and answering questions, writing letters and sending emails, filing, organizing, etc.

Required Skills:
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook)
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Effective writing, editing and dictation skills
Exceptional organization skills
Good people skills
Basic office skills as listed above

Benefits of Participating in OT HFH Internship:
Actively participate in Native American Indian Reservation life
Gain insight into the Governmental system, the history, and the traditional spiritualism of the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe
Work with an internationally recognized non-profit organization (Habitat for Humanity International)
Gain knowledge of housing needs, opportunities to assist potential homeowners, and funding techniques to acquire these homes
Work with volunteers from around the world
Earn college credit

Duration of OT HFH Internship:
May through August

Compensation:
Room & Board
Living Quarters
Food Stipend
Transportation