HR Intern

Los Angeles Regional Food Bank•Vernon, CA

2d•$21 - $26

About The Position

The HR Intern provides responsive administrative and operational support across Human Resources functions, including onboarding, compliance, benefits administration, employee and labor relations, employee engagement, and HR records management. The role supports a positive employee experience through accurate information, timely coordination, confidential recordkeeping, and consistent application of established HR processes and procedures. The intern works closely with the HR team and reports to the HR Solutions Director. The position supports employee interactions and HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle, maintains confidential records and reports, coordinates engagement activities and training, assists with HR projects and operational tasks, and provides backup front desk support as needed. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. The role is part-time and hourly/non-exempt.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration or a related field, and 1–2 years of Human Resources experience in a nonprofit or unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of California employment and wage-and-hour laws.
Resourcefulness and strong analytical skills, including creative problem-solving ability.
Ability to work cohesively on a team and independently, with a service-first ethic.
Strong organization and attention to detail; adaptability and ability to manage challenging projects.
Excellent interpersonal communication, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to use and learn computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet use; working knowledge of HRIS systems such as Paychex or ADP.
Tact, empathy, flexibility, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Passion for the Food Bank’s mission and commitment to its organizational values, including collaboration, inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, respect, service, and stewardship and accountability.
Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
Accurate, honest, supportive, and timely communication with external stakeholders and department and interdepartmental team members; strong planning, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to complete the pre-employment criminal background check.
Employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties during declared federal, state, or local emergencies.

Responsibilities

Provide responsive, accurate, and employee-centered HR support by phone, in person, and email.
Promote positive workplace relationships through empathy, respect, fairness, and adherence to applicable laws.
Provide accurate guidance on HR policies and procedures, referring questions to appropriate HR team members when needed.
Communicate HR, Payroll, and Staffing concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner.
Support employee and labor relations and compliance matters, including appropriate documentation, confidentiality, and coordination with HR leadership.
Coordinate and support onboarding and new-hire processes.
Maintain Leave of Absence administrative processes and records.
Support annual open enrollment and ongoing benefits enrollment administration.
Assist with time and attendance administration as needed.
Maintain and audit HR processes, records, and personnel files for current and terminated employees in accordance with protocols and recordkeeping standards.
Collaborate with the MarComm team to create communications promoting engagement activities, wellness challenges, and surveys.
Support planning, coordination, and execution of HR and company-wide events and programs.
Provide administrative and coordination support to the HR Solutions Director, HR department leads, and committees and councils, including the Events Committee, Health and Wellness Committee, and IDEA Council.
Schedule and coordinate company-wide training.
Support HR projects and presentations through research, preparation, documentation, and coordination.
Help process departmental invoices, vendor payments, and expenses in Abacus.
Compile reports, audit information, and identify discrepancies for HR Dashboard preparation.
Provide backup Front Desk Attendant support, including assisting visitors and coordinating conference room reservations and setup.
Communicate professionally and productively with staff and leaders across departments.
Perform other duties and projects assigned by department leadership and adapt to changing responsibilities and priorities.