Systems and Research Analyst - Neighborhood Progress, Inc. Position Title: Systems and Research Analyst Employer Name: Neighborhood Progress, Inc. Paid Position: yes Address 1: 1956 W. 25th Street Address 2: Suite 200 City: Cleveland State: OH Zip: 44113 Phone: 216-453-1454 Fax: Email: kwilliams@npi-cle.org WebAddress: www.npi-cle.org Contact/Supervisor: Kandis Williams, Vice President, Community Finance Supervisor e-mail (if different): Alternate Contact/Supervisor: Linda Warren, President, Village Capital Corporation Alternate Contact's e-mail: lwarren@npi-cle.org Student from previous year (if applicable) : Student from previous year's email (if applicable): Brief Description of Agency or Firm's Mission: Our mission: Neighborhood Progress's mission is to restore and maintain the health and vitality of Greater Cleveland's neighborhoods and be a catalyst for change. To this end, we strategically invest in community development organizations, their projects, and their vision for the future. Through the power of strategic partnerships, Village Capital Corporation provides loan capital and development services in underserved communities by making innovative, catalytic real estate investments that strengthen neighborhood markets in Northeast Ohio. Additional company information: We are directly across the street from the West Side Market and in the heart of Ohio City, surrounded by food and entertainment venues. Describe the value of the proposed Internship to the Agency/Firm: These 3 projects are very relevant to the work Village Capital is doing and would provide essential information that staff currently does not have the time to gather. Describe the value of the proposed Internship to the Intern: This assignment would present an opportunity for an intern to assist with systems design across two domains: Village Capital Corporation's lending activity and assisting with an affordable housing preservation initiative. As a member of the family of organizations at Neighborhood Progress, a placement with Village Capital Corporation provides exposure to the multiple dynamic initiatives around neighborhood revitalization that are part of the Neighborhood Progress agenda. Job Description (should include: hours of work, job responsibilities, reporting structure -- chain of command, a description of the intern's "typical" day): Description: The intern would be placed with Village Capital Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Neighborhood Progress. The intern would conduct systems analysis in 3 areas relevant to Village Capital's mission: (1) reviewing the current process for conducting a credit risk rating evaluation of VCC's 80+ real estate loans - i.e., coming up with a process for how we assign and manage data as it comes in, getting all of the narratives from the previous year updated with relevant info about the project and neighborhood, etc.; (2) reviewing VCC’s quarterly and annual reporting requirements and making recommendations for more efficient methods of quantifying VCC’s community impact and portfolio metrics (i.e., leveraged investment, historical performance, annual outcomes, annual outputs, etc.); and (3) assisting with a Year 16 initiative related to the sale of lease/purchase homes post a 15-year low-income housing tax credit period to low-income families (e.g., setting up a tracking system for fund awards and distributions, proposal in-take, etc.). Expected daily work hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Will accommodate change to schedule if necessary. Expected weekend work hours Not required. How much will I get paid? $10/hour What is a typical day like? Combination of individual work on one of three topics plus team meetings. How many positions are available? 1 How far is the office/work site from the Cleveland State University campus? 10 minutes. Will I need a car? Not necessary Is the office accessible via public transportation? Yes Management Goals: (should include: role of supervisor, frequency of intermediate reviews, expectations of intern, and an explanation of how the intern fits into the organization's goals -- please indicate whether supervisor works full-time or part-time): Special Job Requirements (i.e. transportation, language, technical or other skills): Skills required Openness to learning new things. Ability to thoroughly research issues or concepts and effectively communicate findings. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Additional Information: Students must apply on BOTH the eRecruiting website and the Bulldogs on the Cuyahoga website (www.bulldogsonthecuyahoga.com) to be considered for positions. Bulldogs on the Cuyahoga is open to current Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors only. Current Freshmen are not eligible to apply. Please Note: If you accept this opportunity you will be required to submit a $100 non-refundable housing deposit/program fee to defray the cost of your participation in the program. The amount will be due prior to arriving in Cleveland. Transportation: Students are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the workplace. International Students: You will need to apply for permission from immigration to work off campus (Optional Practical Training) to engage in a BAA internship. OPT applications can take up to three months for immigration to process, so advance planning is required. These applications must be submitted through the Office of International Students and Scholars. For full information on the OPT application process go to http://www.yale.edu/oiss/immigration/common/f1students/opt.html or contact monica.weeks@yale.edu.