Human Resources Intern

Carol Stream, IL

Division:
Outreach Central Office
The Central Offices provide organization-wide support through its various departments, including: Executive Leadership, Human Resources, Grants Management, Resource Development, Volunteer Management, and the Business Office.

Department:
Human Resources
The Human Resources Department provides support and leadership around the development and retention of a quality staff team. The activities of the human resources department include:

• Recruiting and retaining qualified staff and interns.
• Oversight and implementation of compensation and benefits.
• Performance management and recognition.
• Staff training and events.
• Ensuring compliance with employment and labor laws.
• Organizational communication and contributing to a mission-focused and supportive culture.

Learning Opportunities:
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the day-to-day operations of a non-profit HR department. You will work alongside experienced HR professionals and contribute to projects that directly impact our dedicated staff. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the recruitment/selection processes, including observing interviews, attending internship and career fairs and supporting onboarding activities.
• Conduct research on industry best practices, compensation data, and HR trends.
• Support benefits administration processes and observe payroll processing.
• Support and attend staff training on a variety of HR topics (hiring, benefits, compensation, performance management, personnel policies)
• Participate in projects as assigned, such as developing training materials or survey development.
• Assist with logistics and planning for staff events focused on staff appreciation/recognition.
• Participate in HR Team meetings

The intern will receive exposure to the overall working of a Christian, community-based social service ministry and gain valuable knowledge about various HR functions and basic management principles.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s or master’s level student in Human Resource Management or related field. Strong organizational skills are required with basic proficiency in MS Office. Some social service or volunteer experience preferred. Outreach seeks interns that demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of low-income and diverse populations who also support Outreach’s Statement of Mission & Faith.

Schedule/Hours:
Minimum of 10 hours/week, Monday – Friday, between the hours of 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Supervision:
Individual supervision is provided weekly or bi-weekly.

Inquire Online:
Elise Bounds-Gross | [email protected]

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