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HR Intern

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Manhattan, NY, USA
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Manhattan, NY, USA
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Support HR team with onboarding, orientation logistics, recruitment coordination, reference checks, and employee relations documentation. Prepare orientation materials, track onboarding paperwork, assist with ID photos, maintain Point Memo accuracy, and communicate with candidates and staff. Participate in HR admin projects while preserving confidentiality.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Human Resources Intern  


Human Resources Support: Talent Acquisition/Onboarding/Orientation/Employee Relations 

BRC is seeking two motivated and detail-oriented interns to support the Human Resources team with onboarding, orientation, recruitment coordination, and employee relations efforts. This internship offers hands-on experience in HR operations, employee engagement, and recruitment logistics within a mission-driven nonprofit organization. 


The ideal candidate is organized, professional, adaptable, and comfortable interacting with new hires, staff, and candidates in a fast-paced environment.  


Key Responsibilities

Orientation/Onboarding:

  • Prepare onboarding and orientation materials for new hires   
  • Support the coordination, logistics, and execution of new hire orientation sessions. Ensure orientation rooms, technology, and supplies are fully prepared   
  • Assist with taking employee photos for ID badges and internal systems   
  • Help ensure all required onboarding paperwork and employment forms are completed accurately and on time. Track onboarding documentation and follow up on missing items.

Talent Acquisition/Recruitment :

  • Complete reference checks for prospective candidates  

Employee Relations:

  • Review and maintain internal Point Memo documents ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with current HR policies and practices  
  • Cross-check memos against relevant procedures, templates, and any applicable labor laws or internal standards. Flag outdated or inconsistent memos for revision and track status updates.  
  • Work closely with HR Business Partners and other internal stakeholders to validate and revise content as needed and help with Point Memo trainings.  
  • Communicate professionally with candidates, new hires, and internal staff   

Support general HR administrative projects and special assignments as needed   

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and candidate information 


Schedule and Availability:

The internship provides a flexible schedule; however, interns must be available to work on Mondays and Thursdays to support key onboarding and orientation activities. Additional hours and workdays may be scheduled flexibly in coordination with the Human Resources Team.


Qualifications  

  • Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related field preferred   
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail   
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines  
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace   
  • Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset   
  • Interest in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or employee experience

Preferred Skills  

  • Experience coordinating events, meetings, or administrative processes   
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, along with comfort in communicating to external stakeholders  
  • Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills  

What You’ll Gain 

  • Exposure to HR operations and onboarding processes within a large nonprofit organization   
  • Experience supporting recruitment and employee engagement initiatives   
  • Professional development and networking opportunities   
  • Hands-on experience in a collaborative HR environment 

This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Experience, or Organizational Development.  

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