Human Resources Business Partner, Emerging Talent Intern – Emerging Talent

Job Description

Human Resources Business Partner, Emerging Talent Intern (Fall) | Metropolitan Transportation Authority

The Tone:
This is an internship at Metropolitan Transportation Authority, located in Brooklyn, NY. The MTA is one of the largest transportation organizations in the world, dedicated to moving millions of people daily. This role is crucial for supporting the Human Resources Business Partner team by providing hands-on experience in HR operations, workforce data analysis, and employee engagement initiatives. You will contribute to implementing People (HR) strategies and day-to-day HR solutions that impact the entire organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Brooklyn, NY
• Pay: $19 hourly
• Team: Human Resource Business Partner team supporting NYC Transit Buses and MTA Bus Company
• Mission: To support the implementation of People (HR) strategies, talent management programs, and day-to-day HR solutions through direct assistance and project contributions.
• Tech Stack: ServiceNow, Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Onboarding: Process candidate documentation and assist in onboarding activities.
• Compliance: Support HRBPs in reviewing work authorization documents and maintaining accurate trackers for expiration dates.
• Engagement: Contribute to HR projects focused on employee engagement, culture, and communication.
• Data Management: Help maintain HR databases and files with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Analysis & Support: Support the analysis of employee data to identify workforce trends and provide administrative assistance for ongoing HR initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA, majoring in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership, Project Management, Data Analytics/Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skills: Organizational, analytical, and communication skills; ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively; keen eye for detail and ability to work independently while being an active team player; enthusiasm for learning and applying HR practices; ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.