People & Culture Intern

Job Overview This is a summer intern position, ideal for a college student. 16-24 hours per week. To support the overall operation of the People & Culture (Human Resources) function by maintaining accurate associate records and delivering a positive, compliant, and people‑first associate experience. Assists with programs, systems, and processes that support the attraction, engagement, development, and retention of associates, in alignment with Sage Hospitality Group policies, procedures, values, and applicable laws and regulations. This position also provides daily administration of benefit, government, and associate relations programs and proactively recommends process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and the associate experience. Responsibilities Maintain all People & Culture logs, including new hires, terminations, transfers, department meetings, turnover reports, birthdays, anniversaries, training, and recognition. Prepare accurate and timely reports by pay period and month. Maintain associate records, personnel files, and People & Culture office systems in accordance with compliance, audit, and confidentiality standards. Prepare correspondence, reports, and memos as needed to support People & Culture operations. Assist with screening hourly applicants, determining eligibility for employment, and referring qualified candidates to department leaders as appropriate. Execute employment processes in partnership with hiring managers. Assist with new associate orientation, including benefits overview, enrollment guidance, auditing of enrollment forms, and review of the associate handbook and Sage culture. Provide front‑line People & Culture support by greeting associates, listening to concerns, and directing them to appropriate leadership or People & Culture partners as needed. Assist in the creation and distribution of associate communications, including newsletters and internal announcements. Maintain associate bulletin boards, ensuring timely posting of required notices, internal communications, recognition, and associate event materials. Data entry. Manage inventory of office and benefits supplies, complete purchase orders as needed, and maintain appropriate stock levels. Qualifications Education & Formal Training High School Diploma, some college. Experience Minimum of one year of hotel, hospitality, or administrative related experience preferred, not required. Knowledge / Skills Basic PC proficiency, including word processing and data entry, with a minimum typing speed of 45 WPM. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats. Strong hospitality mindset with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines. High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent hearing required to conduct interviews, address associate concerns, complete reference checks, and answer phones. Strong comprehension and literacy skills required to read, interpret, and prepare People & Culture documentation. Excellent comprehension and literacy required to read all documentation, applications and write documentation; i.e., screening forms, etc. Physical Demands Transporting supplies up to 35 lbs., carrying training materials. Lift binders of documentation. Bending/kneeling to lower filing cabinets, bottom desk drawers for materials. Mobility – need to be able to move about the hotel to maintain associate relations. Possess the ability to move around office to access files. Continuous standing – to assist in training sessions. No climbing or driver required. Environment Work inside 95% of day. Benefits Fun & Exciting Work Environment Discounted Room Rates for Marriott & Sage Properties Negotiated Corporate Discounts on Home Insurance, Movie Tickets, Flowers & more Community‑Oriented. EOE Protected Veterans/Disability #J-18808-Ljbffr