HR Administration Internship (Unpaid)

ACCESS, Inc. Is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Karla Straus Director of Human Resources, Show phone number
ACCESS is dedicated to assisting women and children in our community that are experiencing homelessness. The agency encourages the development of self-esteem and promotes the attainment of self-sufficiency through its commitment to providing a safe, supportive, and holistic environment and through its programs of housing, education, advocacy and empowerment.
We are seeking a motivated undergraduate student to join our team as an HR Administrative Intern. This is an unpaid internship designed to provide hands-on experience in human resources within the nonprofit sector. The intern will support day-to-day HR functions and gain exposure to the full employee lifecycle.
This internship may qualify for academic credit — we encourage applicants to check with their institution.
QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness is a plus

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with recruitment activities including posting positions, screening applications, and coordinating interviews
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for staff
• Draft internal communications, HR documents, and policy summaries
• Assist with planning employee engagement and recognition initiatives
• Support benefits and payroll administration tasks under supervision
• Perform general administrative tasks such as scheduling, filing, and data entry.
• Assist with preparing materials for staff meetings and training
• Handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion
• Support special projects and organizational initiatives across departments as needed

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Core HR functions: recruiting, onboarding, records management, and compliance
• How HR operates within a mission-driven nonprofit environment
• Practical use of HRIS tools
• Professional communication and confidentiality best practices
• How multiple departments function together within a mission-driven nonprofit
• Professional communication and confidentiality best practices

TIME COMMITMENT
15-20 hours per week | Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate class schedules.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. Academic credit may apply.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift
• Moves items up to 25 lbs.
• Bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching occasionally