Human Resources Intern - Virginia Tech Athletics

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated HR Intern to support staffing and employee engagement efforts at Aramark at Virgina Tech. This position plays a key role in supporting our partnerships with non-profit organizations (NPOs), ensuring smooth food and beverage (F&B) operations, and helping create a positive work environemtn for all event staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling of event staff and NPO volunteers for football games and large events.
• Support coordination between HR and Operations to ensure all shifts are properly staffed.
• Help develop and execute employee engagement strategies that foster a positive and inclusive work culture during events.
• Track attendance, performance, and engagement metrics for event staff and NPO groups.
• Assist in managing communication and logistics for NPO group participation in food and beverage operations.
• Help ensure compliance with labor regulations and internal HR policies. 
• Support training sessions on customer service, food safety, and event day procedures. 
• Provide on site-supporting during events to help with HR needs, including check-ins, issue resolution, and morale boosting activites. 
• Assist in post-event reporting and feedback collection to identify areas for improvement. 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Buisness Administration or a related field. 
• Strong interest in HR operations, employee engagement, and event management. 
• Excellent organizational communication and communication skills. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team oriented environment. 
• Available to work weekends and evenings during major college events and football games. 
• Experience working with non-profts, in food and beverage or in event staffing is a plus. 

What You'll Gain

• Hands on experience in HR operations, staffing, and event management. 
• Exposure to working with nonprofit partners and large scale event logisitics.
• Opportunities to build leadership and communication skills. 
• Networking within the sports and hospitality industry.
• Assist in post-evening reporting and feedback collection to identify areas for improvement.

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.