HR / Employment Law Intern

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McLean, VA, USA
In-Office
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role

Who Are We? 
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results.  Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace?  Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.
 


What You'll do:

Groundswell is seeking an HR Intern to help support Groundswell’s internal labor compliance and employee relations operations.  This role is responsible for carrying out preliminary research, documenting meeting minutes, and assisting with audit and annual filing preparations, data analysis and policy monitoring. 
 

The ideal candidate has an interest in labor law, understanding how statutes and regulations influence policy, an analytical mindset, and a willingness to take on challenges.  
 

This role sits in the People Operations team reporting to the Lead of the Benefits Center of Excellence.
 

Key Responsibilities:  

  • Provide administrative support for HR compliance initiatives and special projects as assigned and overseen by senior team members. 

  • Maintain organized files, trackers, and logs related to compliance activities subject to review. 

  • Documentation, filing, standardizing contract language for consistency 

  • Participate in meetings, trainings, or briefings related to HR compliance as an observer or note-taker under senior guidance. 

  • Conduct research and gather information on state and federal statutes/regulations related to labor practices. 

  • Physically and electronically filling and storing documentation. 

  • Creating Job Aids and Stand Operating Procedure Documents. 

  • Other duties as assigned. 

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Growth mindset; willing to take instruction feedback and guidance 

  • Strong written and oral communication skills 

  • Ability to translate policy into process and employee communications 

  • Active enrollment in an undergraduate degree program. 
     

  • Must be local to the DC Metro area. The role is 5 days a week, with a minimum of 3 days a week on site at our Mclean, VA office. Typical hours are 9am-5pm ET.


Skills:


Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans 

  • Flexible Spending Account 

  • 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting) 

  • Paid Time Off 

  • Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

  • Flexible work schedule

  • On-site gym and childcare option 

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$41,600.00 - $52,000.00

NOTEGroundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell, and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Read a copy of the Company’s Non-Discrimination Policy Statement.
Additional Resources:

  • EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA

  • Know your rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
     

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or 703-639-1777.

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The Company
McLean, Virginia
360 Employees
Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

Groundswell is a highly specialized systems integrator focused on bringing modern ERP, low-code solutions, and platforms to the most complex challenges facing federal agencies. Specializing in enterprise-scale transformation, Groundswell leverages its world-class talent and SaaS intellectual property to help clients achieve their goals better, faster, and cheaper. As a premier technology integrator, we work with core partners such as Appian, SAP, Workday, and UiPath. Our expertise spans a wide range of capabilities, ensuring we can help government agencies further their objectives and redefine what citizens can expect from digital government services. Groundswell embodies our commitment to creating an unstoppable, seismic change in government. We strive to set new standards for digital government through our specialized approach, leveraging our wealth of technology and experience. Discover how Groundswell is redefining expectations for digital government at www.gswell.com

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