Human Resources Intern-Fall 2026

Description

Role: The Human Resources Intern will support administrative and operational HR activities while gaining hands-on experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee lifecycle management, and HR best practices. Working closely with HR and recruiting professionals, this role offers valuable exposure to day-to-day Human Resources operations. 

Job Type: Part time, on-site at our administrative office in St. Paul, MN. Interns will work 15–20 hours per week during the academic year. Weekly hours are determined by departmental needs, with flexibility provided to accommodate academic schedules.  

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team, including answering and directing phone calls, responding to employee inquiries, and assisting with special projects and initiatives. 
• Assist with data handling, recordkeeping, and general office support across Human Resources functions. 
• Support the recruiting process by sourcing candidates, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, conducting initial candidate screenings, and coordinating candidate communications throughout the hiring process. 
• Participate in recruiting events, including job fairs, campus recruiting activities, and networking events. 
• Assist with HR documentation, reporting, data management, and the preparation of presentations, correspondence, spreadsheets, and other materials using Microsoft Office applications. 
• Compile and analyze HR data and reports to support business decisions and HR initiatives. 
• Conduct research on recruiting trends, talent sourcing strategies, and other Human Resources best practices. 
• Collaborate with HR team members to support ongoing processes, employee programs, and department initiatives. 

Other Duties 

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control 
• Regular and predictable attendance 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support effective department operation 
• Ability to travel to career fairs and other recruitment-focused events as needed. 

Requirements

Experience/Education/Certifications/Licenses

• Minimum High School degree or equivalent 
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field. 
• Previous administrative, customer service, campus leadership, or office experience preferred. 

Demonstrated Knowledge

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Handshake, or other recruiting and talent-sourcing platforms. 
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential, and proprietary information with professionalism and discretion. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment. 
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute in a professional setting. 

Communication Skills

Ability to interact/respond to members/staff to problem solve based on a general ‘script’; written communications template. Engaging conversational communication skills are desired 

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and stand; answer calls; operate computer; interact with internal staff and public on the phone; travel to designated offices; lift up to 20 lbs.  

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere, and we encourage diverse applicant depth and breadth. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to providing salary information for all open positions. Compensation for this position is $21/hour.