Careers at NAHB

Group: Communications

NAHB seeks a motivated communications specialist to support local home builders associations’ (HBAs) strategic outreach efforts. The communications specialist is responsible for working collaboratively with the communications team to develop, write, repurpose and edit a broad range of content relating to the housing industry for HBAs, the NAHB blog and other communications channels. The communications specialist will help HBA staff communicate more effectively and strengthen their relationships with association leaders, members and consumers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops public relations materials including, news articles, press releases, ads, videos and social media assets for HBAs to promote home buying and homeownership.
• Drafts, edits and contributes to developing public relations materials related to workforce development.
• Writes and edits articles for NAHB’s blog highlighting HBA stories, workforce development programs and related announcements.
• Drafts and edits newsletter content, memos, presentations and related communication deliverables.
• Develops, edits and maintains a wide range of content to support HBAs on nahb.org.

Qualifications:

• At least three years of in-depth experience editing content, writing articles and/or blog posts, and developing social media content.
• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent in education and experience, is required. A background in public relations/issues advocacy is preferred.
• Experience with web content management tools and drafting website copy.
• Proficiency with email management programs.
• Basic knowledge of photo and online video editing software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, attention to detail and follow-through.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $88,000-$93,000 annualized based on skills and experience.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Group: Federation and Member Services (FMS)

NAHB is seeking a director of business and learning content strategy to work with members of key committees to identify and develop resources that enhance the value of NAHB membership. This role will work collaboratively across the Federation to evaluate data, disseminate information, and coordinate the creation or curation of live, recorded, in-person and written materials on business management topics.

This role is responsible for developing collaborative relationships with other departments and stakeholder groups to streamline the creation and dissemination of new content. This role will also oversee several standing committees and their subcommittees to develop and execute plans, strategies and programs to expand business management resources and targeted services.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working in conjunction with the FMS learning team, use association resources and data to identify business management issues that are of most concern and interest to members.
• Serve as a resource to other NAHB departments in builder best practices, including updates to the Residential Performance Guidelines (RCPG), Cost of Doing Business Study and Remodelers Cost of Doing Business Study. 
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the Business Management and Information Technology, Custom Home Builders, and Single-Family Builders committees, including implementation of programs, plans, strategies and management of volunteer committee support.
• Develop and update annual work plan for each committee, outlining programs and services to enable NAHB to serve members’ business needs and to enhance the value of NAHB membership. 
• Oversee the Manager of Learning Content and the production of just-in-time education developed by the FMS group and other groups across the federation.
• Enhance utilization of products and services by collaborating with FMS communications team, as well as NAHB communications and marketing, to implement thorough and focused promotional and awareness campaigns. Work closely with other committees and councils to distribute valuable content that may be useful to other NAHB member segments.
• Coordinating with FMS education team, NAHB Meetings and Special Events and Marketing departments, oversee planning, development and promotion of education programs and networking events at annual Custom Building Central at the International Builders' Show (IBS).
• Working with FMS communities team, administer the NAHB Custom Home Builder of the Year Award.
• In conjunction with FMS education team, organize member reviews of IBS classroom education and IBS Central learning programs that are assigned to the Custom Home Builder and Business Management and Information Technology committees.
• Provide timely support and assistance to both internal and external stakeholders. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five to seven years’ experience in association management with an emphasis on business and management, or new products development. Knowledge of the construction industry preferred. Experience in residential construction a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups and individuals; build consensus; manage staff; motivate volunteers; assess member needs; conceptualize new products and programs, organize their development, delegate and oversee their implementation and promotion.
• Knowledge of business management systems for home building companies or ability to learn.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite of office products and database software.
• Ability to maintain quality standards and meet deadlines under a heavy workload.
• Bachelor's degree in business, communications or related field, or the equivalent combination in training, experience, and skills. Master in Business Administration or Master of Science in business desirable.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $105,000-$110,000 annualized based on skills and experience.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Group: Government Affairs

NAHB seeks a dynamic and driven Federal Legislative Director to serve as a lobbyist and advocate for the housing industry’s interests on Capitol Hill. This position will focus on critical areas such as environmental, land development, and transportation policy, alongside other NAHB priorities. The Federal Legislative Director will serve as the primary advocate for the housing sector, offering expert guidance to NAHB members on issues including the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, smart growth, land development, and transportation policy.

This role is responsible for analyzing legislation and government programs, while developing and executing impactful legislative, grassroots, and political strategies. These strategies will be communicated to NAHB’s membership, Congress, the administration, and national political parties. This role will also take the lead in educating, updating, and mobilizing NAHB’s grassroots network in the assigned region, fostering their active participation in shaping policy on Capitol Hill and influencing the broader political landscape. A successful candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment and work collaboratively across NAHB’s Government Affairs department and with the broader advocacy team to advance NAHB’s priorities. This is a unique opportunity to make a substantial impact and drive efforts to shape policies that advance the housing industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains an active presence and working relationships on Capitol Hill and within the administration and White House for NAHB through: regular visits to congressional offices and with administration staff; attending congressional briefings; committee hearings, and markups; communicating with congressional staff, other trade associations, coalitions and national political parties; attending receptions and other political events as assigned.
• Direct political outreach in assigned region and advise NAHB’s membership on political support for candidates in assigned region. This is to ensure the voice of the nation’s home builders is heard by federal legislators throughout the legislative and political process.
• Communicates information, both in written and oral form, about NAHB policies and positions to members of Congress, their staffs, federal agencies, and the White House.
• Drafts letters, testimony, floor statements, colloquies, position papers, and other materials to transmit these policies to Capitol Hill.
• Attends Congressional hearings and other meetings as appropriate. Similarly, communicates information, both in written and oral form, about federal legislative activity and issues to NAHB Senior Officers, general NAHB membership, BUILD-PAC trustees, NAHB committees, and NAHB staff.
• Develops issue papers for NAHB meetings, updates NAHB’s Issues Management system, prepares briefing materials and issue summaries, formulates memorandums for NAHB leadership, and reports information on assigned issue areas to NAHB committees and staff.
• Analyzes legislative proposals. Gathers information about Congressional and political activity, evaluates effect on housing industry, confers with NAHB senior leaders and regulatory staff to determine position and develop legislative strategies.
• Directs and develops grassroots liaison activities with NAHB’s councils and leadership groups.This includes developing grassroots outreach activities, materials, conducting grassroots educational programs, and recruiting grassroots membership. Coordinates and directs these activities among the legislative staff.
• Educates and advises NAHB’s BUILD-PAC trustees on legislative (pro-housing) support from members of Congress and candidates.
• Establishes a working relationship with individual campaign fundraisers and candidates in the oversight area, the administration, and national political party staff, as relevant.
• Attends BUILD-PAC sponsored political events for candidates in the oversight area.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and synthesize complex legislative information and political environment.
• Demonstrated ability to balance a heavy workload with short- and long-term project deadlines.Ability to address changing priorities and work well under pressure.
• First-hand knowledge of federal legislative process, including the congressional budget/appropriations process.
• Knowledge of political process, grassroots outreach, housing industry, trade association operations, and/or regulatory process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience.Master’s degree/law degree preferred.
• Minimum of four years of federal legislative experience, either on Capitol Hill, federal government agency, political campaigns, or at another trade association. Knowledge of specific issue area or assigned region preferred.
• Ability to travel.
• Eligible for telework (three days in person, two days remote).

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$130,000 annualized based on skills and experience.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Group: Advocacy

NAHB is seeking to fill a Director, Labor and Safety role. This position ensures all regulatory and programmatic actions on labor and safety-related issues relevant to NAHB are monitored and appropriately addressed. Develops and implements NAHB’s regulatory policy program concerning labor and safety issues at the federal, state and local levels. This role oversees the development of training, educational programs and resources for industry professionals, HBAs, policy experts and the general public. This role also provides labor and safety expertise and advocacy on assigned issues, represents NAHB in various forums, and fosters positive working relationships will industry allies and organizations. This position supervises staff working on related issues and oversees departmental budgets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages and takes part in NAHB’s regulatory and programmatic advocacy efforts concerning labor and safety matters. Ensures all actions on issues relevant to NAHB are monitored and appropriately addressed, including policy analysis; preparation of comments, testimony, and other written responses; tracking industry trends; and providing HBA assistance.
• Represents NAHB and the home building industry in advocacy arenas to advance NAHB policy at all levels of government. Builds relationships with agency personnel and alliances with professional societies, industry coalitions, trade associations, public interest groups and technical experts.
• Assists in developing and implementing comprehensive interdivisional strategies for addressing labor and safety issues across the association.
• Manages the technical assistance program for state and local affiliates and members on key labor and safety issues including, but not limited to, federal and state policies concerning employment status, wage and hour requirements, immigration, workers compensation, and all aspects of jobsite safety.
• Provides as needed technical assistance and advocacy support to state and local associations in the negotiation of regulatory policies and compliance assistance to members. Oversees the preparation and dissemination of guidance documents, web content, and social media posts to ensure that NAHB remains the premier source of labor and safety information for the members.
• Identifies the information and technical data needed for key policy initiatives and conducts and conducts or contracts for the completion of research to obtain information and data needed to bolster NAHB policy arguments.
• Develops and maintains the technical knowledge required to remain NAHB’s technical expert on labor and immigration issues. and ensures department staff maintains the expertise needed to serve as primary Subject Matter Experts on their assigned issues.
• Manages the labor and safety-related educational programming for HBAs, conferences, the International Builders’ Show and the NAHB membership.
• Oversees the development, organization and conduct of technical seminars on current and emerging labor and safety issues, DOL regulatory requirements, workers compensation and related technical issues. Directs the preparation and distribution of construction labor and safety publications, training videos, and informational resources and assists members in developing compliance strategies.
• Staffs the Labor, Safety and Health Committee and its subcommittees and supports others, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of labor and/or safety policy experience in a federal, state or local regulatory agency or equivalent private sector experience is needed.
• Project management or program oversight experience is also desirable.
• A bachelor’s degree in labor relations, workforce management, or a related field is required or comparable in experience and education. A master’s or law degree in a related field is desirable.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry and technical expertise in Fair Labor Standards Act, Davis-Bacon Act, Family and Medical Leave Act and applicable labor regulations required. Knowledge of workers’ compensation insurance, immigration, labor law and/or construction safety is preferred.
• Strong analytical, writing, organizational and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to balance heavy workloads and multiple projects, deadlines and priorities is critical for success. 

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$130,000 annualized based on skills and experience.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Group: Federation Member Services

NAHB seeks a manager of leadership training to join the Federation Member Services team. This role will support various leadership development efforts aimed at volunteer leaders at affiliated local and state associations. This role focuses on the operations and logistics of these programs, and helps to manage a comprehensive portfolio of initiatives designed to enhance volunteer leadership skills, raise awareness of Federation values, and foster a leadership pipeline to the national organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage internal timelines and resources for leadership development programs.
• Direct scholarship activities related to leadership training programs.
• Oversee efforts to collect, track and manage leadership data information.
• Provide on-site program support during NAHB Leadership Meetings.
• Assist the Leadership Training team with new and ongoing initiatives.
• Ensure proper frameworks are built for each initiative and generate reports.
• Oversee conference logistics for various leadership training events.
• Create pre- and post-event surveys and deliver actionable reports.
• Communicate regularly with the executive directors and volunteer leadership of affiliated associations.
• Present information, deliver content, and provide training at national meetings.
• Provide timely support and assistance to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Champion NAHB’s Mission Statement and demonstrate our Core Values in all efforts.

Preferred Skills:

• Data analysis/visualization experience.
• Public speaking and/or group facilitation preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with productivity applications like the Microsoft suite of products.
• Superior customer service skills.

Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited college or university in business, marketing, or communications.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience managing programs/initiatives.
• Superior project management skills and experience.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and database software applications.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
• Eligible for telework (three days in person, two days remote).

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $ 75,000-$80,000 annualized based on skills and experience.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Group: Meeting & Events

The Meetings and Events Manager position supports the larger Meetings and Events team in delivering exceptional experiences designed to support the strategic goals of NAHB. This position oversees specific conferences and meetings within the overall event portfolio as well as support logistical components of the NAHB Leadership Meetings and the International Builders’ Show®.

The ideal candidate for this role will have proven experience with meeting planning process and best practices, a strong attention to detail, a flexible and positive attitude in a team environment, have a keen interest in using technology to better processes and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee and facilitate all aspects of event logistics, including onsite management, for assigned NAHB conferences (including signage, food and beverage, audio visual, meeting room design, housing block management, staffing oversight, etc.)
• Prepare, manage, and present budgets for assigned conferences, track all event projected and actual expenses and reconcile all post-show invoices
• Lead site selection process, including RFP development and distribution, site inspection, and contracting for assigned conferences
• Source, contract, and execute various elements of assigned conferences social and networking events including, but not limited to, partner events, donor dinners, and themed reception events
• Manage vendor contracts and relationships, including audio-visual, décor, print, entertainment, floral and other onsite venue service providers
• Meet regularly with the Committee/Council Stakeholders and internal Sponsorship, Marketing, Registration and Marketing Departments to ensure successful outcome of meetings and events
• Manage updates to conference websites and speaker logistics

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of event operations experience, preferably with an industry trade association or association management company
• Strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of legal issues pertaining to venue and vendor contracts
• Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills with concurrent projects
• Strong proofreading skills, and experience managing budgets
• Sound judgment, with the ability to proactively seek information and guidance when needed
• Excellent customer service focus and sense of urgency in serving internal stakeholders’ and members’ interests
• Ability to travel 10-15% per year (approximately 6-8 weeks per year) including some weekends
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent in education and experience. Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) preferred.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 annualized based on skills and experience.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

The Business Development, Affinity Program intern will support NAHB’s Member Savings Program — a core membership benefit that delivers exclusive discounts and savings to the organization’s members nationwide. Working closely with the manager of the program, the intern will assist in analyzing participation trends, supporting member and partner engagement, and developing outreach tools to promote program visibility. This role is ideal for students interested in association management, member engagement, or business development in a nonprofit setting.

What You’ll Do

• Review participation data from local and state home builder associations
• Assist in developing marketing materials for association leaders to promote the Member Savings Program
• Respond to member inquiries via phone and email
• Conduct research to identify new opportunities and potential partners for program expansion
• Support internal collaboration across departments to align messaging and drive program engagement

What You’ll Learn

• How a national association manages member engagement and value-driven programming
• Skills in outreach, partnership development, and business communications
• Practical experience in data analysis and interpreting market or membership trends
• Tools and strategies used to scale and promote member programs
• Exposure to association management and the role of member benefits in retention and engagement

Who You Are

• A current undergraduate or graduate student interested in association management, member engagement, or nonprofit business development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze participation data, market needs, and trends
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Adobe Pro, and PowerPoint

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

As a member of the Business Development team, the Business Development, Sponsorship and Advertising intern will contribute to strategic projects tied directly to revenue growth and strategic sales planning. This individual will assist in preparing and updating data, media kits, and promotional content to support the team’s 2025 and 2026 sales efforts, including the International Builders’ Show. In doing so, this individual will play a key role in helping identify new leads and business opportunities for the International Builders’ Show — a legacy event that draws tens of thousands of industry professionals each year.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in preparing and updating media and marketing kits for upcoming sales campaigns
• Support the team’s data preparation efforts related to the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS)
• Conduct research on competitive trade shows and industry publications to identify new sales prospects
• Help post and format sales content on digital platforms; assist with updating promotional materials
• Cross-reference and analyze sales data using Excel to support lead generation and prospecting
• Assist in preparing sales-ready materials for marketing and outreach initiatives

What You’ll Learn

• How a national trade association supports and grows event-based and B2B revenue streams
• Hands-on experience preparing media kits and digital promotional materials
• Tools and techniques for researching and identifying prospective clients
• Exposure to marketing strategy, sales planning, and cross-functional collaboration
• Insight into the role of business development within the context of a major trade show and industry events

Who You Are.

Current undergraduate student with an interest in business, marketing, communications, or a related field

• A student with strong research, digital media, or sales marketing interests
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, especially for cross-referencing and organizing data
• Experience working with Adobe PDF and online content publishing tools
• Familiarity with or interest in learning basic HTML (preferred but not required)
• Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and a proactive attitude
• Interest in sales, marketing strategy, and exploring how partnerships support industry growth

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

As a member of the Communications and Marketing teams, the Communications and Marketing Intern will support a broad range of initiatives to enhance NAHB’s internal and external outreach. This individual will assist in digital content creation, email and social media efforts, and marketing campaign execution that aims to advance NAHB’s member engagement goals. In this role, you can expect to gain hands-on experience crafting messages across multiple platforms and coordinating campaigns from planning to analytics, all while learning how a national organization communicates its mission and brand.

What You’ll Do

• Work with the Communications and Marketing teams to update and maintain content across NAHB’s digital channels (website, email newsletters, and social media), ensuring information is current and engaging
• Draft, proofread, and edit copy for various outlets – including blog posts, member newsletters, social media updates, and email campaigns – with a consistent tone and high attention to detail
• Use graphic design tools like Canva to create simple graphics and visual materials that complement social media posts, emails, and website content
• Assist in planning and scheduling email distributions and social media posts. Manage contact or subscriber lists and ensure timely execution of campaigns
• Participate in marketing campaign planning sessions, help coordinate campaign tasks, and track deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule
• Track engagement metrics and campaign performance (e.g., email open rates, social media analytics), and help compile insights or reports to inform future strategies
• Update press contact lists, monitor media mentions and industry news, and assist with drafting or editing content for press releases or blog articles as needed
• Attend internal team meetings and brainstorming sessions across both departments, contributing ideas and taking part in discussions to learn how communications and marketing strategies are developed

What You’ll Learn

• How a large national trade association plans and executes comprehensive communications and marketing strategies to engage its audience and advance its mission
• Enhancement of your writing, editing, and content development skills across multiple formats, with feedback from experienced communications and marketing professionals
• Hands-on experience with content management systems, email marketing platforms, social media scheduling tools, and analytics dashboards, learning how to use these tools effectively in a professional setting
• Insight into the full lifecycle of marketing campaigns – from initial planning and creative development to execution and post-campaign analysis – and how data and metrics inform decision-making
• Mentorship and guidance from seasoned Communications and Marketing staff, networking opportunities within a professional team environment, and a deeper understanding of career paths in communications, marketing, and public relations

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) a bachelor’s program in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
• Excellent written communication skills, with strong proofreading and editing abilities and keen attention to detail in all work
• Familiarity with social media platforms, websites, and email communication
• Comfortable learning and using digital tools such as content management systems and email marketing software
• Experience with basic graphic design or layout tools (e.g., Canva) and an eye for visual presentation is a plus
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Demonstrated reliability and thoroughness in completing tasks
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams, take initiative, and absorb feedback
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn about communications and marketing. An interest in the housing industry or nonprofit sector is welcome, but not required

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our headquarters in Washington, D.C., this immersive nine-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

As part of the Construction Codes & Standards team, the intern will contribute directly to advancing NAHB’s 2025–2026 Building Codes Action Plan. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in policy and legislative research while supporting advocacy efforts that impact housing affordability nationwide. The intern’s work will support state and local associations, members, and staff as they engage in housing policy at the building code level.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct legal and legislative research on state and local laws related to building code adoption and amendment processes.
• Identify policies that define the makeup of code adoption committees or extend standard adoption cycles beyond the typical three years.
• Help develop internal resources and tracking tools to organize research findings and enable long-term updates.
• Draft public-facing resources that summarize key findings for NAHB members and state and local HBA staff.
• Assist in developing model legislation to support advocacy at the state and local level.
• Participate in team meetings and provide regular progress updates on research tasks.

What You’ll Learn

• How building codes and standards shape housing policy and construction practices across jurisdictions.
• Research methods for analyzing legal, legislative, and administrative processes in state and local government.
• Skills in synthesizing policy data into usable formats for internal tracking and external advocacy.
• First-hand experience contributing to national housing policy initiatives tied to affordability and accessibility.
• How advocacy organizations support grassroots action through research, policy tools, and model legislation.

Who You Are

• Current undergraduate or graduate student with coursework or experience in public policy, political science, pre-law, urban planning, or related fields.
• Experience with legislative or legal research (state legislature or local government experience is a plus).
• Strong analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills.
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage long-term research projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with LexisNexis, Westlaw, or project management tools is a plus.

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work via this application form.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our headquarters in Washington, D.C., this immersive nine-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

As part of the Federation Member Services team, the intern will help support programs and projects that directly impact member engagement and retention across NAHB’s network of local and state home builder associations. From campaign development to outreach efforts and data analysis, this intern will play a key role in strengthening NAHB’s connection with its federation partners while learning about member-driven strategies and community engagement at the national association level.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct outreach and data collection for membership and engagement initiatives.
• Assist in developing and updating recruitment and retention campaign materials.
• Help revamp the HBA Connect platform by identifying engagement opportunities and researching trends in association marketing and member outreach.
• Coordinate efforts to support local Young Professional (YP) groups and facilitate new program creation.
• Collaborate on testimonial collection to support marketing and storytelling efforts.
• Assist with preparation for national events, including survey analysis and participant tracking.
• Research and help create membership marketing campaigns, including those targeted at emerging professionals and lapsed members.
• Participate in collaborative projects and meetings with staff across multiple departments.

What You’ll Learn

• How a national association engages and supports its local affiliates and membership base.
• Experience in campaign development, content updates, and marketing research.
• Firsthand experience updating strategic programs designed to enhance engagement among Executive Officers (EOs) and members across the federation, as outlined in NAHB’s strategic plan.
• Data collection and analysis skills to support campaign planning and reporting.
• Insights into community engagement, volunteer coordination, and strategic member programming.
• Cross-functional collaboration within a large trade association, and how departments work together to support long-term engagement, retention, and leadership development at the local and state level.

Who You Are

• A student interested and/or enrolled in the following studies: business administration, sales and marketing, nonprofit management, and/or media planning.
• Outgoing and customer service-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Organized and detail-focused, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Familiarity with content creation, writing, editing, or training materials.
• Comfortable with outreach and building relationships with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the housing or building industry is a plus, but not required.

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work via this application form.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

As a member of the Economics team, the Economics Intern will conduct data-driven research and contribute directly to NAHB’s economic publications. This role is ideal for an undergraduate Economics major with a strong interest in data analysis, housing markets, and applied research. The intern will produce a research report examining the market share of national builders in major metro areas and will collaborate with staff economists to translate findings into blog content for NAHB’s Eye on Housing platform.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct economic research using data from Builder magazine, public company reports, and internal datasets
• Analyze builder market shares across metropolitan areas and produce a formal research paper
• Draft one or more blog posts summarizing research findings for NAHB’s Eye on Housing blog
• Assist with additional demographic or housing market analysis, as needed
• Collaborate with NAHB economists and participate in internal discussions to align research with organizational goals

What You’ll Learn

• How to apply economic research methods in a real-world policy and industry context
• Techniques for analyzing builder market share and interpreting housing trends
• Experience writing for both formal publications and public-facing blogs
• Insight into the role of data and analysis in industry advocacy and thought leadership
• Mentorship from NAHB economists and exposure to professional research practices

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate Economics major (at least one year of study completed)
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with economic research methods
• Ability to work independently and manage a structured project from start to finish
• Solid written communication skills, including the ability to translate data into clear, compelling narratives
• Interest in housing markets, demographic trends, or applied economics

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

As a member of the State and Local Government Affairs team, the Government Affairs Intern will contribute to impactful research and legislative strategy that supports NAHB’s mission to advance pro-housing policy at the state and local level. This role is ideal for a student with an interest in housing policy, government relations, and political strategy. Interns will gain firsthand experience working on issues that affect housing production while building skills in legislative research, policy development, and coalition engagement.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct research on housing-related legislation introduced in state legislatures across the country.
• Assist in drafting and refining model legislation aligned with NAHB’s policy priorities.
• Update and maintain the State and Local Issues library with relevant publications and resources.
• Help develop strategies and tactics to support state and local home builder associations in advancing pro-housing policy initiatives.
• Attend external meetings and briefings with elected officials and stakeholder groups (e.g., Governors Associations, Mayors Associations).
• Draft political and policy talking points to support communications across NAHB’s federation.
• Collaborate with NAHB staff and local associations to enhance proactive engagement and alignment on key issues.

What You’ll Learn

Practical experience in housing policy research, political strategy, and advocacy

• Insight into how public policy impacts residential construction at state and local levels.
• Exposure to the dynamics of trade association influence in legislative and regulatory processes.
• Skill development in legislative drafting, coalition coordination, and strategic communications.
• Relationship-building with national and local policy leaders and association partners.

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled in a political science, public policy, government, or related undergraduate or graduate program.
• Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Interest in state and local government operations and legislative processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism and interpersonal confidence in working with internal teams and external partners.
• Enthusiasm for advancing housing policy and learning the broader landscape of advocacy work.

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission.  Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

Under the direction of the Technology department, the IT Intern will focus on Digital Archiving to support the ongoing development of NAHB’s digital archival structure, helping to preserve and expand access to valuable historical assets. The goal of this project is to ensure that assets have correct meta-data and taxonomy to allow for efficient retrieval. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate with a passion for information science, digital organization, and metadata best practices. You’ll gain hands-on experience in managing and enriching digital content across a variety of formats — from print to video to audio — while learning the inner workings of a national organization.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in expanding NAHB’s digital archival infrastructure and taxonomy
• Organize, review, and maintain archived materials, ensuring metadata consistency and accurate classification
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to confirm content relevance and improve the accessibility of resources
• Work independently to identify and implement improvements in content categorization, tagging, and retrieval systems

What You’ll Learn

• Real-world experience with digital asset management and archival best practices
• Exposure to national-level nonprofit operations and historical content strategy
• Hands-on metadata work within digital systems and taxonomies
• Mentorship and guidance from professionals in IT and library science

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Library Science, Information Science, or Archival Studies program
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse and complex tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong capacity for independent judgment and self-directed work
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings clearly and professionally

How To Join Us

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any other relevant work.

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

NAHB’s Summer Internship Program is designed to provide hands-on, meaningful work experience that supports students’ academic and professional development while contributing to the organization’s mission. Based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, this immersive 9-week program will provide interns with valuable insight into the housing industry and the inner workings of one of the most influential trade associations in the country. The cohort will work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths in policy, advocacy, economics, technology, communications, and beyond — all while building a strong foundation of skills, experience, and professional connections.

NAHB’s video production company, NAHB Studios – Structure Productions, specializes in creating compelling visual content for a range of clients, including the NAHB federation, corporate entities, and non-profits. Their mission is to tell stories that inspire and engage audiences through innovative video solutions. The Video Production intern will support the team’s mission to produce high-quality, engaging video content. This individual’s primary focus will be organizing and maintaining the team’s digital video library — a key resource for projects supporting NAHB and external clients.

What You’ll Do

• Organize and catalog video assets to maintain an accessible and searchable digital video library
• Create metadata and apply subject matter tags to footage to improve searchability and usability
• Work with the production team to identify and categorize content such as event footage, B-roll, and testimonials
• Assist with administrative support tasks, including scheduling, research, and project coordination
• Join team brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas for future video projects

What You’ll Learn

• How a professional video production team manages digital assets and supports storytelling through organized content
• Best practices in video asset tagging, metadata creation, and categorization
• Exposure to video production tools, workflows, and project planning processes
• Collaboration and communication in a creative, deadline-driven environment
• The foundational skills needed to support pre-production and post-production operations

Who You Are

• A student interested in digital asset management and video production workflows
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with digital asset management systems and/or editing tools like Adobe Premiere Pro (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks independently and contribute to a collaborative team

How To Join Us

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and any relevant portfolio work in the link at the bottom of this listing
• In your cover letter, please describe your interest in video production and any experience you have that relates to the responsibilities outlined above

To apply for this position, please submit this application.

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