Summer Intern, Human Resources, Hybrid to Columbia & Baltimore, MD

Enterprise Residential • Columbia, MD

3d • $20 - $28 • Hybrid

About The Position

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves. Since 1982, we have invested $80.9 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands – all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging. Join us at enterprisecommunity.org Working at Enterprise At Enterprise, you’ll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day. You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field. You’ll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity. And you will find a career home where you’re valued and supported in your growth journey. Enterprise offers career opportunities in our offices across the country with an exceptional benefits package . Reporting to the Senior Director of HR Operations and partnering closely with the Organizational Effectiveness Center of Excellence, this role provides hands-on support across core HR processes while gaining exposure to strategic people initiatives that strengthen organizational capability and impact. This internship offers a comprehensive view of human resources in a complex nonprofit environment, including talent acquisition, onboarding, HR systems, compliance, employee engagement, workforce analytics, and organizational development. The intern will assist with day-to-day operational activities, contribute to process improvement efforts, and support initiatives aligned with culture, performance, leadership development, and change management. This internship is Hybrid with 2 to 3 days onsite primarily assigned to Columbia HQ Office with visits to Baltimore and occasionally Bethesda HQ.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and mission-aligned, with strong communication skills and a desire to understand how operational excellence and people strategy drive organizational performance. This role is well-suited for an emerging HR professional seeking practical experience at the intersection of HR operations and organizational effectiveness within a purpose-driven organization.
• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources , Business, Psychology or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in Human Resources, nonprofit operations, or organizational effectiveness
• Strong academic performance and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint )
• Comfort working with data, including basic reporting, analysis, and interpretation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and confidentiality
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and recommend practical solutions
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across levels of the organization
• Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to shifting priorities
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a mission-driven nonprofit environment
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-centered values

Nice To Haves

• experience with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, or learning management systems is a plus
• Exposure to automation tools, workflow optimization, or process improvement methodologies is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist with special projects related to HR operations, employee engagement, onboarding, and HR metrics.
• Work with the HR team to research best practices, develop possible new approaches , and create tools and templates .
• Help collect, organize, and perform basic analysis on data related to people processes, organizational effectiveness initiatives, and the employee user experience.
• Support the use of HR systems, surveys, and collaboration tools to improve efficiency and enhance the employee experience.
• Assist with documenting and mapping people processes and components of the HR operating model to improve clarity, consistency, and alignment across the organization.
• Help create summaries and presentation materials that communicate organizational effectiveness work clearly to different audiences.
• Perform audit of HR files and records.
• Assist in creating materials and/or presentations for meetings.
• Maintaining human resources files, records, and documentation in SharePoint .
• Support internal communications related to HR programs, policies, and organizational updates
• Conduct research and benchmarking on HR best practices, nonprofit trends, and regulatory changes
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• You will be working with a group of talented professionals who are motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing.
• The base pay for this role is $20 to $24 for undergraduate students and $24-$28 for graduate students, depending on level of skills and experience.
• The salary range for this position is represented by the low and high end of the range for the amount to be paid for the position.
• Salaries paid at Enterprise will vary based on factors that may include skills, education, location, experience, and performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern