Human Resources Intern

Dynamic Aviation; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Aviation is seeking a Human Resources Intern to gain hands-on experience across recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compliance, employee engagement, and workforce analytics while supporting the HR team. Key duties include assisting with HR audits, scheduling interviews, preparing onboarding materials, maintaining records in HRIS, and helping with employee events and engagement initiatives.

This fully on-site internship requires a minimum of 10 hours per week, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, Communications, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the HR team, including filing, scanning, shredding, organizing records, preparing documents, and maintaining confidential employee information
• Assists with HR audits, including I-9 documentation, benefits records, employee files, retention requirements, and other compliance-related documentation
• Supports recruiting activities by reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and conducting phone screens
• Assists with new hire onboarding activities, including preparing onboarding materials, reviewing documentation, and supporting new hire orientation
• Supports benefits administration activities while gaining an understanding of employee benefit programs, enrollment processes, and benefits-related documentation
• Assists with HR reporting, data collection, and analysis related to workforce trends, retention, turnover, benefits, compliance, and other HR metrics
• Supports employee engagement initiatives by assisting with the planning, setup, execution, and follow-up of company events, wellness activities, recognition programs, and other employee engagement efforts
• Assists with maintaining accurate employee information and HR documentation within the HRIS and other HR systems
• Supports HR compliance activities while gaining exposure to employment laws, company policies, recordkeeping requirements, and HR best practices
• Assists with special projects, process improvement initiatives, research, and other HR programs as assigned
• Provides assistance to employees with day‑to‑day interactions and questions
• Maintains confidentiality and appropriately handle employee, candidate, and company information
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

HR fundamentals

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing HR or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Live an Adventure, Master your Craft, Find your Purpose

At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

Position Summary: As a Human Resources Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience across multiple areas of HR while supporting the day-to-day operations of Dynamic Aviation's Human Resources team. This role provides exposure to recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compliance, employee engagement, and workforce analytics while completing meaningful projects that contribute to an organized, compliant, and positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Human Resources team, including filing, scanning, shredding, organizing records, preparing documents, and maintaining confidential employee information
• Assists with HR audits, including I‑9 documentation, benefits records, employee files, retention requirements, and other compliance‑related documentation
• Supports recruiting activities by reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and conducting phone screens
• Assists with new hire onboarding activities, including preparing onboarding materials, reviewing documentation, and supporting new hire orientation
• Supports benefits administration activities while gaining an understanding of employee benefit programs, enrollment processes, and benefits‑related documentation
• Assists with HR reporting, data collection, and analysis related to workforce trends, retention, turnover, benefits, compliance, and other HR metrics
• Supports employee engagement initiatives by assisting with the planning, setup, execution, and follow‑up of company events, wellness activities, recognition programs, and other employee engagement efforts
• Assists with maintaining accurate employee information and HR documentation within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and other HR systems
• Supports HR compliance activities while gaining exposure to employment laws, company policies, recordkeeping requirements, and HR best practices
• Assists with special projects, process improvement initiatives, research, and other HR programs as assigned
• Provides assistance to employees with day‑to‑day interactions and questions
• Maintains confidentiality and appropriately handle employee, candidate, and company information
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, Communications, or a related field
• Interest in developing a career in Human Resources
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and areas of Human Resources

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, administrative, customer service, or office experience
• Previous coursework in Human Resources, employment law, business, data analysis, or a related area
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and data analysis
• Familiarity with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) or applicant tracking systems
• Interest in recruiting, benefits, HR analytics, compliance, or employee engagement

Additional Requirements

• Minimum availability of 10 hours per week
• Internship may be completed for academic or class credit in accordance with the student's educational institution requirements
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with employee, candidate, benefits, and company information
• Ability to occasionally assist with company events outside of the primary office environment

Working Conditions

• Fully on‑site position
• Internship hours must be completed Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week
• Primarily office‑based with frequent collaboration with Human Resources employees, managers, employees, candidates, and other departments
• Frequent use of computers, HR systems, Microsoft Office applications, electronic records, and physical employee files
• May occasionally support engagement, wellness, or company events in other areas of the Dynamic Aviation facility or at off‑site locations

Pay: $12.77 per hour.

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.