HR Intern

Deltek, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

Deltek in Herndon, VA is seeking an enthusiastic HR Intern for a two-month summer internship to gain hands-on experience across benefits, HRIS, employee experience, compensation and internal communications.

The role is entry-level with no prior HR experience required, offering mentorship and real project work within a global HR function.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program pursuing a degree in HR, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field.
• No HR experience required; entry-level position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of Claude, Copilot or ChatGPT.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations, including data entry, filing, and documentation in our HRIS system.
• Assist with benefits administration tasks and help prepare materials for open enrollment or renewal projects.
• Help coordinate employee experience initiatives and company events or outings.
• Draft and proofread internal communications (emails, announcements, intranet posts).
• Organize and maintain HR files, trackers, and shared documents.
• Research best practices on assigned HR topics and summarize findings for the team.
• Provide general administrative support to HR team members.
• Participate in team meetings and take notes/action items as needed.
• Research ways to enhancement and automate HR processes with AI.
• Complete a short capstone project or presentation at the end of the internship, summarizing your work and key takeaways.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Discretion

Learning mindset

Microsoft Office

AI tools awareness

Curiosity

Education

Pursuing HR/Business/Communications degree

Tools

Claude

Copilot

ChatGPT

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Deltek is looking for a motivated HR Intern to join our Human Resources team for a two-month summer internship. This role is designed for a current college student looking to gain hands-on, real-world experience across multiple areas of HR, including benefits, HRIS, employee experience, compensation and internal communications. You'll work directly with HR team members on active projects, gaining exposure to how a global HR function operates day to day.

This is an entry-level opportunity - no prior HR experience is required. We're looking for curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

What You'll Do

• Support day-to-day HR operations, including data entry, filing, and documentation in our HRIS system
• Assist with benefits administration tasks and help prepare materials for open enrollment or renewal projects
• Help coordinate employee experience initiatives and company events or outings
• Draft and proofread internal communications (emails, announcements, intranet posts)
• Organize and maintain HR files, trackers, and shared documents
• Research best practices on assigned HR topics and summarize findings for the team
• Provide general administrative support to HR team members
• Participate in team meetings and take notes/action items as needed
• Research ways to enhancement and automate HR processes with AI
• Complete a short capstone project or presentation at the end of the internship, summarizing your work and key takeaways

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program (any year), pursuing a degree in HR, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of Claude, Copilot or ChatGPT
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information with discretion
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn
• No prior HR experience necessary - this is an entry-level, learning-focused role

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to multiple functions within a corporate HR department
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals
• Real project work you can speak to in future interviews
• A behind-the-scenes look at how HR supports a global organization
• Networking opportunities across departments

Details

• Schedule: 40 hours/week for 8 weeks (exact schedule flexible based on candidate availability and manager preference)

The U.S. hourly range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00. This range is subject to change as Deltek takes a number of factors into consideration when determining individual base pay, such as location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including incentive compensation and equity.

Benefits and perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with Deltek. Employees have access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, paid vacation time and holidays, well-living programs, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and tuition reimbursement.