Human Resources Intern (Unpaid)

Lutheran Social Service • Sioux Falls, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a Mission-Driven Team LSS is excited to offer an opportunity for a Human Resources Intern to gain practical, hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization. As part of a team dedicated to supporting children, families, and communities, this role is designed to help you build foundational HR skills while contributing to meaningful, impactful work. STATUS: PRN (based on availability) HOURS: Flexible; Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Summer 2026 SALARY: Unpaid LOCATION: In-person, Sioux Falls, SD BENEFITS: LSS is committed to supporting growth and development through meaningful learning opportunities: Hands-on training, mentorship, and career development experience Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (if applicable) Who You Are This role is ideal for a student or emerging professional interested in Human Resources who is seeking hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization. You are enthusiastic about learning and growing within the field of Human Resources You are eager to participate, contribute, and gain real-world experience You demonstrate integrity and accountability You are seeking mentorship and practical, hands-on exposure If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Learn How to post job openings and support recruitment and onboarding processes Gain experience providing general administrative support to the HR department Learn how to build, update, and maintain HR documents and records Develop skills in record-keeping and documentation in alignment with LSS policies and values Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic human services environment Learn how to collaborate with team members to support organizational initiatives Access to a robust online learning platform with self-guided courses to support your professional growth and development

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, is required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, is required.
• Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes.

Responsibilities

• post job openings
• support recruitment and onboarding processes
• provide general administrative support to the HR department
• build, update, and maintain HR documents and records
• record-keeping and documentation in alignment with LSS policies and values
• collaborate with team members to support organizational initiatives

Benefits

• Hands-on training, mentorship, and career development experience
• Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (if applicable)
• Access to a robust online learning platform with self-guided courses to support your professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees