Intern, Workforce Development (HR)

One Acadiana, Inc. • Lafayette, LA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Director, Business & Education Connections, the intern will support workforce initiatives through research, data organization, and program documentation. This is a part-time internship (approximately 7–8 hours per week, totaling 150 hours for the semester). The schedule is flexible and will be coordinated between the supervisor and the intern. This role is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in business, human resources, or a related field who is interested in workforce development, talent pipelines, and employer engagement.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required), including ability to organize and maintain structured datasets
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Comfort with professional communication, including email outreach and follow-up phone calls with employers
• Willingness to engage with external partners as needed (phone calls and occasional meetings)
• Interest in workforce development, human resources, or business operations

Nice To Haves

• Preference for graduate-level students; exceptional undergraduate candidates with demonstrated skills and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Research and document employer engagement in work-based learning across the Acadiana region (internships, apprenticeships, and related programs)
• Identify employers and conduct outreach to gather information
• Maintain and update a dataset to track participation and identify gaps in opportunities
• Assist with tracking and documentation related to ConnectEd programs, including grant management and other workforce initiatives
• Maintain spreadsheets and organize program records to support reporting needs
• Support basic data collection and organization for workforce-related projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees