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Human Resources Summer 2026 Intern (Unpaid)

CompanyHuckleberry House Inc
LocationColumbus
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will shadow recruitment and interview processes while assisting with job postings and HR projects. They will also support employee engagement activities and complete educational research assignments under supervision.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
71
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
At Huckleberry House, we believe every young person deserves safety, support, and a chance to build a brighter future—no matter their journey. Since 1970, we’ve been a trusted source of shelter and guidance for youth in crisis across Central Ohio. Through our crisis shelter, transitional living, counseling, and outreach programs, we walk alongside young people ages 12–24 as they navigate tough situations like homelessness, conflict, and trauma. Our work is grounded in compassion, powered by partnerships, and driven by the belief that stability is possible, with the right foundation. Together, we’re building a foundation of hope, resilience, and opportunity for the next generation.
About the Role

Description

  

Location: Huckleberry House (Main Campus)
Schedule: 15–20 hours/week (flexible)
Duration: 12 weeks



Position Overview
Huckleberry House is seeking a Human Resources Intern to gain hands-on learning experience in a nonprofit setting. This internship is designed for students to observe HR operations and complete structured, educational assignments aligned with their academic program.


This is an unpaid internship for students participating for academic credit or as part of a formal educational requirement.

What You’ll Learn

  • Recruiting and hiring processes 
  • Employee engagement strategies 
  • HR compliance and documentation 
  • Training and performance management basics 
  • Introductory HR data tracking 

What You’ll Do (Training-Focused)

  • Shadow recruitment and interview processes 
  • Assist with job postings and HR projects as learning exercises 
  • Support employee engagement activities 
  • Participate in HR meetings and trainings 
  • Complete HR-related research and assignments 

All activities are supervised and designed for educational purposes. This role does not replace paid staff.

Requirements

  

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a college/university program 
  • Internship must be for academic credit or part of a formal education program 
  • Interest in Human Resources 
  • Strong communication and organizational skills 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality 
Key Skills
RecruitingHiringEmployee engagementHR complianceDocumentationTrainingPerformance managementData trackingCommunicationOrganizational skillsConfidentiality
Categories
Human ResourcesSocial ServicesEducation