Human Resources Intern
About The Position
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is seeking a Human Resources Intern to support its Human Resources team for Summer 2026. This full-time, grant-funded contract position, supported by the Ontario Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program, offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of Human Resources. The intern will support core HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, onboarding, employee engagement, wellness initiatives, and HR operations. This role is ideal for students or emerging HR professionals seeking practical experience in a fast-paced, public-facing organizational environment while developing transferable skills in recruitment coordination, workplace communications, employee engagement, and HR administration.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed post-secondary studies in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and professionalism.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated interest in Human Resources, employee engagement, recruitment, workplace culture, or organizational operations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Applicants must meet the Ontario Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program's eligibility requirements, including being legally entitled to work in Canada and eligible to participate in the SEO program at the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous administrative, customer service, volunteer, or office experience is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Support recruitment and onboarding activities, including posting job opportunities, coordinating interviews, preparing onboarding materials, and assisting with new hire processes.
- Assist with employee engagement and workplace wellness initiatives, including planning activities, preparing communications, and coordinating programs.
- Support HR projects and administrative initiatives related to Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, HR operations, and workplace culture initiatives.
- Assist with maintaining HR documentation, tracking information, and supporting reporting activities related to recruitment and employee engagement initiatives.
- Prepare internal communications, presentations, and employee-facing materials that support HR initiatives and organizational engagement.
- Collaborate with HR team members across multiple functional areas to support operational priorities and ongoing projects.
- Contribute to initiatives that support an inclusive, respectful, and positive workplace environment across the organization.
Benefits
- The internship period will serve as the evaluation period for this role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
