Human Resources Intern

Description

About the Role:

The Human Resources Intern will support multiple areas of the HR team, including Talent Acquisition, Talent Engagement, and Talent Development. This role provides hands-on experience across the full employee lifecycle-from recruiting and onboarding to training and employee engagement initiatives. The intern will work closely with HR team members to support ongoing projects, improve processes, and contribute to a positive employee experience.

This is a 12-week, part-time, in-office internship based out of our Capitola location, designed for students currently enrolled at Cabrillo College, UCSC, or CSUMB.

This role offers exposure to onboarding coordination, training support, and recruiting operations, all of which are key functions within Bay Federal's HR team.


Scheduled Weekly Hours:

25 hours per week; Monday - Friday; within typical business hours between 8:30am - 5:00pm

What you'll be doing:

• Support recruiting efforts by assisting with job postings, scheduling interviews, and maintaining candidate information
• Assist with onboarding processes, including preparing new hire paperwork and coordinating orientation logistics
• Help maintain employee records and ensure accurate documentation within HR systems
• Support training and development initiatives, including organizing materials and tracking participation
• Assist with employee engagement activities such as events, communications, and recognition programs
• Provide administrative support across HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Engagement, and Development
• Utilize HR systems (such as HRIS/DocuWare) to organize and manage employee and candidate data
• Contribute to process improvements and special HR projects as assigned

You're Perfect For This Role If You Have:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field (Cabrillo College, UCSC, or CSUMB preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interest in Human Resources functions including recruiting, onboarding, and employee development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace; familiarity with systems like DocuWare or HRIS tools is a plus
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Who We Are:

Bay Federal Credit Union was started in 1957 when local school teachers pooled their money together to start a credit union. This original vision and investment has grown into the area's largest locally-owned financial institution, with nearly $1.6 billion in assets. Today, Bay Federal provides full service financial products and solutions to individuals and businesses in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties.

As a local, member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, we are passionate about contributing to the community and being an integral part of its incredible story. Each year, our employees volunteer their time and donate their money to local non-profits, schools, and events. Our managers serve on local non-profit Boards of Director to be involved, understand challenges, and to make a real difference in the communities we serve.

From our founding as a teacher's credit union, Bay Federal has continued our commitment to education. We offer annual student scholarships for members and offer a comprehensive array of solutions to support our member's financial wellness. Through online financial education course offerings, solutions for teachers and students, as well as special programs for youth, our financial wellness programs are free and available to the public. This is a small part of our work in creating thriving and vibrant communities!

We look forward to continuing our story, and hope that you will be a part of it!

Why You'll Love Working at Bay Federal Credit Union

At Bay Federal, we believe that when our employees thrive, our members and community do too. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package and meaningful perks designed to support your well-being, growth, and success, both at work and beyond.

Perks That Set Us Apart

• Recognized as the #1 Credit Union to Work For by Credit Union Journal.
• Named a Best Place to Work in the Bay Area by SF Business Times and Silicon Valley Journal.
• 11 paid Federal Holidays each year, so you can recharge and celebrate.
• Career Growth & Development:
  • Access to industry-standard webinars and LinkedIn Learning courses.
  • Leadership partnership with Cabrillo College - a 12-week program designed for emerging supervisors and managers.
  • $1,500 Mac McCormac Employee Scholarship to support your education goals.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy flexibility with remote work opportunities and connect in person during our biannual All-Staff Meetings.

Bay Federal Credit Union is proud to offer a competitive, robust compensation and benefits package. Bay Federal considers many factors in determining base pay such as experience, education/training, internal peer equity, job location, and other business considerations when extending an offer. For Santa Cruz, CA only, the pay scale Bay Federal reasonably expects to pay for this position is $22 per hour. Salaries are based on the geographic location in which you live if working remotely.

Bay Federal provides health care benefits, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and 401k with a company match to eligible employees; along with employee paid voluntary benefits. Paid time off is accrued per paycheck for eligible employees at a rate based on your tenure. Leaves of absences are available in adherence with state and federal regulations.

Bay Federal is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Bay Federal is at at-will employer.


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