Intern

SUMMARY: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our team part-time. This position is ideal for students or early-career professionals eager to gain hands-on experience in a variety of HR-related operations and administrative tasks and support the HR team in daily operations and projects.  As an HR Intern, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our HR policies and procedures, while gaining insight to our company’s approach to payroll, recruiting, and employee development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Update internal databases with new employee information.
• Screen resumes and application forms.
• Post, update and remove job ads from job boards, career pages and social networks.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation processes.
• Prepare HR-related reports as needed.
• Address employee queries regarding policies and benefits.
• Review and distribute company policies in digital formats or hard copies.
• Participate in organizing company events and career days.
• Conduct research on HR best practices and assist in policy development.
• Assist in paper to electronic file conversion of employee files.
• Update company SharePoint with HR related forms and benefit information.
• Assist with newsletter.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Organizational skills.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a degree in human resources, business, psychology or a related field.
• Relevant coursework in HR management, organizational behavior, and labor relations.
• Familiarity with HRIS (human resources information system), ATS (applicant tracking system) and resume databases.
• Experience as a staff assistant or similar junior HR role.
• Familiarity with full-cycle recruiting.
• Basic knowledge of labor legislation.

Qualifications