Summer Intern, Human Resources

Role Overview

• Assist with special projects related to HR operations, employee engagement, onboarding, and HR metrics.
• Work with the HR team to research best practices, develop possible new approaches, and create tools and templates.
• Help collect, organize, and perform basic analysis on data related to people processes, organizational effectiveness initiatives, and the employee user experience.
• Support the use of HR systems, surveys, and collaboration tools to improve efficiency and enhance the employee experience.
• Assist with documenting and mapping people processes and components of the HR operating model to improve clarity, consistency, and alignment across the organization.
• Help create summaries and presentation materials that communicate organizational effectiveness work clearly to different audiences.
• Perform audit of HR files and records.
• Assist in creating materials and/or presentations for meetings.
• Maintaining human resources files, records, and documentation in SharePoint.
• Support internal communications related to HR programs, policies, and organizational updates.
• Conduct research and benchmarking on HR best practices, nonprofit trends, and regulatory changes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or a related field
• Demonstrated interest in Human Resources, nonprofit operations, or organizational effectiveness
• Strong academic performance and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
• Experience with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, or learning management systems is a plus
• Comfort working with data, including basic reporting, analysis, and interpretation
• Exposure to automation tools, workflow optimization, or process improvement methodologies is highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and recommend practical solutions
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across levels of the organization
• Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to shifting priorities
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a mission-driven nonprofit environment
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-centered values.

Benefits

• Exceptional benefits package