Talent (Human Resources) Intern

Rare • Arlington, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Please note this is a paid internship role with a hybrid model to include remote and in-office work. See below for specific details regarding applicant location eligibility.
About Rare
Rare inspires change so people and nature thrive. For over 45 years, across 60 countries, we have inspired and empowered millions of people and their communities to shift their behaviors and practices to protect our shared planet.
We are a global leader in driving social change for people and nature. We facilitate solutions that help individuals, their communities and their local leaders tackle global environmental challenges, manage their resources, and take charge of their futures. And we believe that the cumulative power of individual and community action is a vital pathway to safeguarding and restoring our shared waters, lands, and climate.
Rare’s organizational culture is results-oriented, entrepreneurial, and defined by our five core values: Courage to Take Risks, Commitment to Accountability, Mindset of Solutionology, Investments in People, and Spirit of Celebration. We are working toward ambitious goals and creating measurable social change.
Position Overview
At Rare, it’s our employees who make us great. The Talent team is a dynamic, collaborative, and energetic group of professionals whose core mission is to identify top talent for Rare and provide premier support to current staff and leadership. We hire intellectually curious and hardworking people who are passionate about our mission but never take themselves too seriously. Help Rare exceed talent needs through a blend of operational prowess, strategic thinking, and holistic engagement of the staff and key stakeholders.
The Talent Intern will have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing our mission. We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented individual to support the Talent team in various critical human resources (HR) functions, including employee engagement, project management, and organizational operations. This role offers exposure to global HR practices and is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in building a career in human resources.
This internship is designed to provide meaningful experiences that will help shape the next steps in your career journey, particularly in HR.

Requirements

• Pursuing or completing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Psychology, human resources, industrial organization or related fields
• Ability to work in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Well organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in the workplace
• Native or near-native written and spoken English language skills required
• Excellent attention to detail and project management skills
• To Rare’s mission and values

Responsibilities

• Support core aspects of the employee life cycle to include onboarding and exits.
• Document internal workflows and identify automation opportunities.
• Participate in Employee Engagement initiatives to include weekly communications for Rare’s “EVANs Program”
• Support Global Talent Acquisition by organizing shared resources, reviewing/drafting process guides, and reviewing/creating templates to help hiring teams work more consistently and efficiently.
• Develop standardized communication templates and create template libraries.
• Assist with HR projects and initiatives as needed, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern