Editorial Intern – Content Creation

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist | Thesocialtalks llc

The Tone:
This is an unpaid internship at Thesocialtalks llc, a digital news platform operating with a global team and a remote-first approach. TheSocialTalks.com serves as an independent public digital news platform dedicated to generating news, compelling stories, deep analysis, and insightful editorials on critical issues that impact contemporary youth. Our commitment is to deliver impartial and in-depth analysis of social and political issues, fostering an informative environment that encourages innovation and the production of high-quality content. This Human Resources Generalist internship is vital for building and supporting our international team of writers, ensuring that Thesocialtalks llc can effectively source, onboard, and retain the talent necessary to fulfill its mission and continue delivering valuable content.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary (3 months)
• Location: Remote, United States
• Mission: This role is critical for establishing and maintaining robust HR processes, specifically focusing on candidate sourcing, policy development, and essential administrative tasks to support the growth and operational efficiency of our dynamic global writing team.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Candidate Sourcing & Vetting: Proactively source and vet potential candidates by strategically posting job vacancies across various social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, to attract a diverse pool of talent.
• Interview & Selection Support: Conduct initial interviews with prospective candidates, meticulously evaluating their qualifications and cultural fit before effectively passing on a curated selection of qualified individuals to internal decision-makers for final review.
• Policy & Procedure Development: Be instrumental in setting comprehensive company policies and procedures, encompassing guidelines for employee conduct, performance management, and disciplinary actions to ensure a fair and consistent workplace.
• Regulatory Compliance: Utilize a strong understanding of both industry-specific and overarching government regulations to meticulously create, update, and implement effective human resources policies and operational procedures that ensure legal compliance and best practices.
• HR Administration & Documentation: Take charge of essential HR administrative duties, which include drafting and posting detailed job descriptions aligned with identified organizational needs, as well as accurately filing new hire paperwork and diligently maintaining disciplinary records for each employee.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This internship opportunity is specifically designed for students who are actively pursuing education and possess a foundational understanding of Human Resources principles, practices, and their application within an organizational context.
• Experience: Demonstrated exposure to or practical experience in key HR functions such as candidate sourcing, conducting initial interviews, developing company policies and procedures, and managing employee-related administrative tasks and documentation.
• Skills: Proficiency in candidate sourcing techniques, effective interviewing methodologies, the ability to draft clear and compliant policies, a working knowledge of relevant industry and government regulations, and strong organizational skills for administrative support.