Human Resources Intern

JDC•New York, NY

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources department at JDC has an exciting opportunity for students or early-career or career-pivot professionals interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit Human Resources. The HR Intern will support the HR team across a variety of projects related to recruitment, employee engagement, HR operations, and internship program coordination. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn about HR practices within a global nonprofit organization while contributing to meaningful projects that support our US-based staff and mission. As an HR Intern, you will work closely with the HR Associate and broader HR team to support recruitment efforts, assist with internal HR projects and participate in employee engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, eager to learn, and interested in exploring different areas of Human Resources in a non-profit environment. This internship is unpaid. This role offers valuable exposure to HR operations, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and nonprofit organizational practices. JDC is happy to work with students to structure the internship in a way that supports eligibility for academic credit or external university stipends and funding programs.

Requirements

Current undergraduate or graduate student or recent graduate interested in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities
Interest in learning about Human Resources in a nonprofit environment
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting

Nice To Haves

Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or Organizational Development
Previous internship or campus leadership experience is a plus
Interest in nonprofit work or global humanitarian efforts

Responsibilities

Assist with developing and supporting internship programming and activities for various JDC departments
Work with the MarCom team to help design recruitment and onboarding materials for the internship program, including brochures and onboarding resources
Learn about JDC’s Talent Acquisition process and assist with recruitment-related projects
Research staffing agencies to compare candidate quality, timelines, pricing, DEIB policies, and recruitment methods
Research job posting platforms and analyze applicant tracking system (ATS) data to support recruitment strategy
Assist with improving the ATS pipeline by organizing and updating candidate records
Shadow phone screens and interviews to learn recruitment practices
Learn how to screen resumes and support candidate outreach and scheduling of interviews
Coordinate candidate communications and scheduling with hiring managers (with guidance from HR staff)
Support employee engagement and wellness initiatives
Participate in Engagement Team meetings and assist with planning engagement activities and events
Gain exposure to employee benefits design and administration
Assist with benefits-related projects and research as assigned by the HR team
Learn about HR business operations and internal processes
Support the digitization and organization of employee files
Assist with reviewing and improving internal HR templates and documentation
Help track and organize HRNY general inquiries
Learn how to complete internal administrative processes such as visitor forms, IT request forms, and other HR operational tasks
Provide general administrative and project support to the HR team as needed
Assist with additional HR-related projects as assigned