Human Resources Intern

Position SummaryThe Human Resources Intern will directly assist the Human Resources Manager with a wide range of projects related to HR compliance, recruiting, onboarding/orientation, employee benefits, and volunteer intern programs. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the intern will learn how to use skills acquired during formal education and apply them in a professional setting. Will gain a better understanding of the role Human Resources performs in a professional setting, and be better prepared to work in the area of human resources. The candidate will also have opportunities to network with the programs, finance, and development staff.Essential Job Functions/AccountabilitiesAnswer phone inquiries, direct calls, and provide basic company information. Perform clerical duties, maintain files, and organize documents, photocopy, fax, etc. Maintaining current personnel files, employee leave files, and databases.Assist in preparing information and research materials; create and maintain PowerPoint presentations. Maintaining records related performance reviews and disciplinary actions. Performing file audits to ensure that all required employee documentation is collected and maintained.Copies and maintains new hire pad folios and packets. Prints new and replacement employee badges; processes name changes.The importance of employment law and compliance, especially regarding employment eligibility, confidentiality, proper maintenance of employee files, and forms management. The interrelationship of HR and Finance in the areas of new employee paperwork, payroll issues related to onboarding and termination, use of a payroll management database, and report generation.Employee benefits management issues related to plan renewal and open enrollment, benefits enrollment and termination, troubleshooting employee benefits issues, and the customer service aspect of benefits oversight.Assists with special projects as needed.All other duties not specifically assigned.Position RequirementsEducation: Current or recent enrollment in a graduate or undergraduate degree program with an interest and aptitude to work in Human Resources, or management/administrative fieldsExperience: N/ATechnical Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously; Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet applications; Student Member of SHRM a plus.Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: N/A