The Role
Support talent acquisition, interview scheduling, candidate tracking, job postings, HR databases, reporting, documentation, employee engagement, internal communications, HR process implementation, and research. The intern will also assist with partnership proposals and communications involving international stakeholders while gaining practical experience in nonprofit HR operations.
Summary Generated by Built In
We Want To Change The World. We Believe It Starts With Education.
In India, 100 million children from low-income communities grow up without access to the 21st-century skills they need to thrive, from emotional intelligence and digital literacy to everyday money management. This gap leads to a lifetime of limited opportunity, intergenerational poverty, and rising mental health concerns.
What Are We Doing?
At The Apprentice Project (TAP), we are on a mission to make education more equitable, effective, and future-ready for children in government and low-income schools across India.
As we scale our impact, strong people systems are key to sustaining and deepening our work. The Human Resources function plays a vital role in strengthening TAP’s culture, supporting recruitment and engagement, and ensuring that our people practices enable every team member to thrive.
This internship offers hands-on experience in HR operations and talent acquisition — helping you learn how people systems power social impact in a fast-paced, mission-driven organization.
Who We’re Looking For
- We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and self-driven individual to support TAP’s Human Resources function.
- As an Intern - HR, you will play an important role in supporting recruitment operations, managing data, and coordinating engagement initiatives across teams.
- This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, is proactive in follow-ups, and wants to learn how effective HR systems build strong organizations.
About The Role
Location: Remote
Time Commitment: 30 hours per week
Compensation: ₹5000 per month
Reports to: Senior HR Manager/ Sr. Associate
Type: Part-Time
What You’ll Do
Talent Acquisition Support
- Support the Talent Acquisition process across teams and functions.
- Check pre-work sheets, tag and follow up with Points of Contact (POCs) for hiring activities.
- Assist in scheduling interviews and coordinating with candidates and panel members.
- Send out status update emails as required.
- Post and monitor job openings on various recruitment platforms.
- Maintain and update candidate trackers and hiring dashboards on ATS/HRMS systems.
- Conduct basic analysis on sourcing effectiveness and hiring cycles.
HR Operations & Data Management
- Support the HR team in maintaining databases, trackers, and employee documentation.
- Assist in generating periodic reports and ensuring data accuracy across HR systems.
- Provide operational and administrative support in documentation and compliance-related processes.
Employee Engagement & Communication
- Assist in the planning and coordination of employee engagement activities and recognition programs.
- Support in preparing internal communication materials, presentations, and HR updates.
- Help coordinate logistics for virtual town halls, reviews, and organization-wide sessions.
Process & Research Assistance
- Support implementation of HR tools, systems, and new processes.
- Conduct short research tasks (e.g., HR trends, sourcing channels, and process improvements).
- Follow up with cross-functional teams to ensure timely closure of assigned HR tasks.
International Partnership Coordination
- Support in preparing partnership proposals, presentations, and communication materials for prospective awards, panels etc for founders.
- Help manage communication channels and engagements with international stakeholders.
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets).
- Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- A team player who is eager to learn and contribute to a high-impact, mission-driven environment.
Bonus: Prior internship or coursework in HR, recruitment, or organizational management.
Why Join Us?
- This internship is an opportunity to work closely with TAP’s leadership team and gain practical exposure to nonprofit HR systems and Human Resource management
- Hands-on learning in recruitment, HR operations, and employee engagement.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced HR professionals.
- Real-world experience in building HR systems within a growing organization.
- Flexible working hours and a collaborative work environment.
What You Can Expect?
- Direct mentorship from TAP’s leadership.
- A learning culture that values ownership and curiosity.
- Exposure to international fundraising and partnership strategies.
- A supportive environment that values learning, feedback, and growth
- Recognition and experience that strengthen your professional profile.
- A letter of experience upon successful completion
You can always reach out to us for any questions on [email protected]
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Proficiency in Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets
- Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Team-oriented and eager to learn and contribute
- Prior internship or coursework in HR, recruitment, or organizational management
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The Company
What We Do
The Apprentice Project (TAP) is an education-focused nonprofit program under MentorMe Foundation that supports children from disadvantaged communities in India. It develops socio-emotional and 21st-century skills through co-curricular learning in performance, technical, and visual arts. TAP combines volunteering, electives, and self-learning opportunities to help marginalised middle- and high-school students build capabilities, gain practical exposure, and participate more confidently in future education and work.
