People and Culture Intern

Markham LLC • Washington, DC

3d • $18 - $18

About The Position

Markham is looking for a junior or senior student with a passion for people, culture, and the events industry to join our People & Culture team this semester! This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world People and Culture experience across recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement — all within a fast-paced creative events environment.

You’ll collaborate directly with the VP of People & Culture to support programs that help grow, develop, and connect our incredible team members.

Requirements

• Junior or senior pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Interest in the events, production, or creative industries and how People and Culture supports dynamic project teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• A creative and outgoing personality — someone who enjoys connecting with people and building community.
• Comfortable handling confidential information and managing multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Google Workspace or similar collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting and onboarding, including job postings, interview coordination, and candidate communications.
• Support training and development programs — help organize sessions, track participation, and capture feedback.
• Contribute to employee engagement and recognition efforts across Markham’s events and project teams.
• Provide administrative and project support for performance management and documentation.
• Bring creative ideas and energy to enhance team connection and culture initiatives.
• Gain exposure to HR technology systems, including HRIS and ATS platforms, supporting data accuracy and process improvement.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate class commitments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern