Available Position (Company name withheld)

REPORTS TO:   Managing Director of Research

FSLA STATUS: Full- OR Part-Time/ Non-exempt/ Temporary

PAY: $30/hour

DURATION: 12 weeks - From Late May/Early June 2026 to Late Aug/Early Sept 2026

LOCATION: San Francisco (Hybrid Work Schedule from SF Office)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 19, 2026 by 5:00pm (PST)

FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Partnership’s Equity Policy Research Fellowship Program is a 12-week intensive training and coaching program for existing undergraduate and graduate students intended to foster the next generation of housing policy leaders and scholars from underrepresented groups and individuals from lower-income backgrounds.

The Partnership provides fellows with training, mentoring, and networking opportunities, such as:

• Education and hands-on experience in affordable housing research and policy.
• Fostering professional skill development in policy analysis and research.
• Opportunities for state-level policy advocacy and networking with leaders in affordable housing.

Summer Fellows will gain experience in:

• Contributing to a variety of affordable housing research projects through data analysis and visualizations, composing internal memos, drafting presentations, and (potentially) contributing to external reports.
• Conducting comprehensive research on emerging affordable housing topics and contributing to policy development.
• Engaging with various stakeholders to understand the multifaceted challenges in affordable housing.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
We recognize that each applicant for this fellowship will bring unique skills, knowledge, experiences, and background to this position. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives in our applicant pool, and at a minimum are seeking candidates who possess the following:

• Interest in helping to preserve and produce affordable housing for low-income households as demonstrated in your cover letter and/or resume.
• Currently enrolled as a
  • senior in an undergraduate program at a college or university located in California, studying Public Policy, Planning, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, or a related field, or;
  • first, second, or third year in a graduate program at a college or university located in California, studying Public Policy, Planning, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience writing literature reviews, methodological summaries, and data analysis results.
• Excellent quantitative research skills
  • Some experience with a research database program, like R, Python, STATA, SPSS, SAS, etc.
  • Intermediate experience with Excel is preferred
• Willing and able to relocate to San Francisco, CA or within a commutable distance while taking part in the fellowship during the summer.

The Partnership also offers a robust benefits package to all permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week, including:

• Medical Benefits:
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 80% premium coverage for dependents
  • Medical waiver subsidy for employees who opt out of health insurance
  • Employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) covering up to $1,200/year for out-of-pocket medical expenses
• Workplace Support:
  • Hybrid work model
  • Employer-funded Specialty Reimbursement Account of up to $500 for home office equipment in the first year and $250 annually thereafter
  • Cell phone and home internet reimbursement
  • Office commuter subsidy of up to $220 per month
• Financial Wellness:
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions based on years of service
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Time Off & Support:
  • Immediate paid time off (PTO) accrual and usage with no waiting period
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and personal support

ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA HOUSING PARTNERSHIP

The Partnership is a dynamic nonprofit “think and do tank” providing critical technical assistance, training, applied research and policy leadership to increase the production and preservation of affordable and sustainable homes serving Californians who are low-income.

To achieve this mission, the Partnership’s three technical assistance teams (finance, clean energy, applied research) work closely with a network of more than 60 mission-driven nonprofit and government housing agencies throughout California, as well as the nonprofit associations who represent them.

A deep commitment to racial equity and inclusion grounds the Partnership’s work and policies – click here to learn more about our core equity values. An Equity Policy Advisory Board ensures that the perspectives and experiences of low-income renters also grounds our work – click here to learn more about this board.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The California Housing Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage people of diverse backgrounds and identities to apply. For more information about the Partnership, visit our website at www.chpc.net.