Human Resources Internship

Human Resources Intern

The Human Resources Intern will work primarily with YAI's Volunteer & Internship program serving as a representative of YAI within the community, leading the charge in recruiting and onboarding. The Human Resources Intern will also support the HR department on various projects including but not limited to university engagement and employee recruitment efforts.

Responsibilities

• As a face of YAI in the community, you will communicate our mission, vision, and opportunities throughout the regions that YAI serves. You will assist with recruiting, screening, and onboarding prospective volunteers and interns and support them once they have been onboarded.
• The Human Resource Intern will be responsible for accurate volunteer and intern record tracking and data management through Salesforce.
• The Human Resources Intern may also assist in creating a Volunteer Newsletter, posts for social media, letters of appreciation to individual volunteers, and with planning and executing volunteer recognition events.
• Strong organizational skills are required for this position in order to ensure that all required clearances are completed by incoming volunteers and interns according to state regulations.
• In addition to supporting the Volunteer & Internship Department, you will also support other teams in YAI's HR Department by taking on additional meaningful day-to-day tasks and special projects.

Desired Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college, university, or certificate program*
• Undergraduate or graduate-level student preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Professional phone and email communication skills
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit and willing to take initiative
• Ability to work autonomously and complete projects independently, collaboratively, and cross-departmentally
• Ability to multitask and prioritize project deadlines
• A high level of comfort with Microsoft Office 365
• Able to quickly learn technology CRM systems like Salesforce and Workday
• Interest in exploring the non-profit sector
• Passion for helping others and an interest in intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Additional duties as assigned

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.