Human Resources Intern

Job Description

About the Role
This role is an integral part of the Human Resources department at Seaside Sustainability, contributing to the organization, performance, and culture of our internship program. This position supports the full intern lifecycle, from initial screening and interviewing to smooth onboarding, ongoing support, and dignified offboarding, ensuring a positive experience for all interns.

What You’ll Do
• Assist in the initial screening of resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Manage applicant data using Airtable, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records.
• Conduct preliminary research on candidates to assess their suitability for open positions.
• Schedule and conduct interviews with candidates, ensuring a smooth and professional process.
• Evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit for Seaside Sustainability.
• Provide detailed feedback to the recruitment team to inform hiring decisions.
• Prepare and deliver orientation materials to new hires.
• Facilitate onboarding sessions to ensure a smooth transition into the organization.
• Support new interns by connecting them with their teams and providing ongoing assistance during their initial period.
• Conduct exit interviews and handle offboarding documentation.
• Develop and maintain offboarding checklists and materials.
• Gather feedback from departing interns to identify areas for improvement in HR practices.
• Collaborate with other HR teams to ensure a cohesive recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding process.

You’re a Good Fit If You
• Are currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (human resources, business administration, or related fields).
• Are detail-oriented with a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Are proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Airtable, Canva, and Excel data analytics.
• Possess strong organizational, communication, multitasking skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Have the ability to objectively evaluate candidates and provide constructive feedback.
• Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in adapting to changing projects and requirements.
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bonus Qualifications
• Have prior experience in HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Have experience in conducting interviews and preparing orientation materials.
• Are familiar with data management and analysis tools, particularly Google Suite and Airtable.
• Have experience working with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and utilizing Airtable for managing HR processes.
• Have knowledge of screening tools and platforms, including Handshake, Catchafire, Volunteer Match, and similar platforms.
• Have experience in employee engagement, including policy development and implementation.
• Have prior involvement in managing or supporting internship programs, including recruitment, onboarding, and development.
• Have experience in using technology to streamline HR tasks and improve efficiency.

Role Highlights & Compensation
• Duration: 5 months (flexible start and end dates).
• This is an unpaid internship.
• Develop practical recruitment, screening, interviewing, onboarding, and offboarding skills.
• Gain insights into the various stages of the employee lifecycle within a professional setting.
• Enhance communication and interpersonal skills through interactions with diverse stakeholders.
• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of HR operations and practices.
• Opportunity to explore a myriad of internship opportunities, relevant to almost any future interest.
• Real and meaningful work that is essential to the day-to-day operation of the company.
• Course credit may be available.
• Requires a commitment of at least 15 hours per week.
• Local interns preferred to work in person at the office in Gloucester, with remote opportunities available for interns from all over the United States and internationally.