Human Resources Intern (Part Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Opengate is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to support the Human Resources department with day-to-day operations and special projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in a nonprofit healthcare and human services environment, providing exposure to talent acquisition, onboarding, employee engagement, HR compliance, and employee relations. The HR Intern will work closely with the HR team while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. Internship programs commonly provide exposure to multiple HR functions while supporting recruitment, onboarding, HR operations, and employee engagement.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist with recruiting activities, including posting positions, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Support the onboarding process by preparing new hire paperwork, orientation materials, employee referrals and personnel files.
• Maintain accurate employee records in ADP Workforce Now and electronic personnel files.
• Assist with HR audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, and agency requirements.
• Support employee recognition, wellness initiatives, and employee engagement events.
• Help create HR communications, newsletters, flyers, and training materials.
• Assist with updating policies, procedures, and employee handbook materials.
• Support benefits administration during open enrollment and new hire orientation.
• Conduct research for HR projects, compliance updates, and best practices.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including filing, scanning, data entry, and preparing reports.
• Participate in special HR projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Canva or other design software is a plus.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred) is a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Preferred Skills:

• Interest in nonprofit or healthcare human resources.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Learning Opportunities

The HR Intern will gain practical experience in:

• Recruitment and talent acquisition
• Employee onboarding and orientation
• HRIS administration (ADP Workforce Now)
• Benefits administration
• Employee relations
• HR compliance and employment law
• Employee engagement and wellness programming
• Workplace investigations (observation and administrative support, as appropriate)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Why Join Opengate?

At Opengate, we are committed to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities while fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. As an HR Intern, you’ll gain meaningful, real-world experience, receive mentorship from experienced HR professionals, and contribute to initiatives that positively impact employees and the individuals we serve.

Hourly- $15.00. Compensation will be commensurate with job qualifications and work experience.

Opengate is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, domestic or civil union partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, transgender status, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, education, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. The Company promotes inclusion and acceptance of all protected classes.

In order to promote and maintain a community culture, employees hired to work at Opengate must legally reside and perform their work in the state of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Penn