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Elanco

Finance Intern (Summer 2027)

Indianapolis, IN · Hybrid

$20 - $40/hr

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How much do housing summer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for housing summer in Indiana is $43,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,100.00 and $47,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a housing summer?

Housing Summer jobs are temporary positions typically offered by universities, colleges, or housing organizations during the summer months. These roles often involve working in student housing facilities, such as residence halls or dormitories, and may include tasks like assisting with check-ins and check-outs, maintenance, administrative support, and organizing activities for summer residents. Housing Summer jobs provide valuable work experience, often include room and board, and are ideal for students or individuals seeking seasonal employment. The specific duties and requirements can vary depending on the employer and the nature of the housing facility.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of a housing summer intern working with student housing services?

As a Housing Summer intern, you can expect to assist with the coordination of student move-ins and move-outs, address resident inquiries, and support the daily operations of residence halls. One common challenge is managing a high volume of requests during peak move-in periods while ensuring clear communication and timely responses. You'll often collaborate with facilities staff, resident advisors, and administrative teams, which helps build teamwork and customer service skills. This role offers valuable hands-on experience in property management and student affairs, laying a strong foundation for future opportunities in housing administration or higher education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a housing summer associate?

To thrive as a Housing Summer Associate, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background or coursework in urban planning, real estate, or public administration. Familiarity with property management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and possibly GIS tools is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively support residents and collaborate with staff. These skills ensure efficient operations, positive resident experiences, and successful project outcomes during the busy summer housing season.

What is the difference between Housing Summer vs Housing Coordinator?

AspectHousing SummerHousing Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require college courseworkHigh school diploma; relevant experience or certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal settings such as camps, events, or summer programsOffice-based with site visits; ongoing management of housing logistics
Employer & Industry UsageSummer programs, camps, non-profitsEducational institutions, non-profits, government agencies

Housing Summer roles are typically seasonal positions focused on assisting with housing arrangements during summer programs. Housing Coordinators have ongoing responsibilities managing housing logistics year-round. While both roles require similar credentials, Housing Coordinators usually have more experience and responsibilities in housing management.

What are the most commonly searched types of Housing jobs in Indiana?

The most popular types of Housing jobs in Indiana are:

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Housing Summer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Housing Summer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 50% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,031 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Assistant Director, Residential Housing Operations

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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Assistant Director, Residential Housing Operations
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Residential Housing Operations (Residential Services) ensures staff readiness to meet the residential and academic needs of students. Manages employees and residential services building details to deliver residential academic environments. Responsible for supporting University Residences to manage daily operations of large residential buildings through academic year, summer school, and summer program (conference) operations in assigned neighborhood/zone. Work to achieve day-to-day department objectives with major impact on area of responsibility. This staff member manages department brand and customer expectations in support of the academic mission of Purdue University, Student Life, and University Residences. Direct and coordinate all aspects of conference activities within assigned area. Lead and manage direct reports, delegating tasks and operational authority to maximize quantity of work across department and assigned neighborhood.
The Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing the operations of front desks in their assigned neighborhood or area of oversight (usually 4-5 desks.)
This role supervises a team of 4- 5 full- time clerks and is ultimately responsible for the supervision of a large group of student office staff/summer staff. This staff member provides support and guidance during the Move-in and Move-out processes, as well as peak/key times throughout the year. The supervisor will ensure the quality and accuracy of all communication related to Residential Services and will be involved in training and development programs for full-time and student staff. Additionally, this position serves in a scheduled on-call rotation to support student and full-time staff employed in a vibrant department that houses students and program participants year-round, including break and summer periods.
What We're Looking For:
  • Bachelor's degree in management, education, or related field
  • A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.
  • Equivalent level of education and experience will be considered.
  • Experience leading a team.
  • Broad knowledge of front desk operations, housing operations and student affairs theory.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise, manage, and develop professional staff
  • Demonstrated skills in project management and fiscal analysis
  • Ability to establish long and short-term goals consistent with the mission of the university and the division.
  • Ability to build, develop, and cultivate relationships across campus and externally with a variety of constituents.
  • Self-motivated, have attention to detail, and adept at solving problems.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents.
  • Strong communication (written/oral) as well as interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient at computer software word processing, spreadsheet, electronic communication, etc.

What is helpful:
  • Master's degree in management or related field.
  • Supervision of graduate level or full-time staff.
  • 6+ years of relevant experience.

Additional Information:
  • To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary
  • https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Who We Are at Purdue University:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
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