Human Resources Intern

Elm Street; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC) is seeking a Human Resources Intern to support the HR team with recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, HR administration, and special projects. This part-time, fully onsite internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic nonprofit organization and exposure to the employee lifecycle at the Walnut Street Office.

You are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, proficient with Microsoft Office, and demonstrate attention

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field at an accredited college or university.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail with effective organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Positive, professional, and customer‑focused attitude with the ability to build relationships with internal and external personnel.
• Demonstrated initiative, dependability, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting efforts through ATS management, candidate outreach, and interview scheduling.
• Greet and direct visitors at the Walnut Street Office, including board members, city officials, employees, tenants, and prospective partners.
• Assist with onboarding activities and HR related projects.
• Maintain employee records and assist with HRIS updates, including personnel files and employment lifecycle documentation.
• Respond to routine inquiries from applicants and employees, directing complex or sensitive matters to HR team members.
• Help organize employee engagement events and support HR communications.
• Perform general office duties such as meeting room preparation and office supply inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC) is a tax‑exempt nonprofit focused on revitalizing Cincinnati’s urban core, particularly the Central Business District and Over‑The‑Rhine. Partnering with the City of Cincinnati and the corporate community, 3CDC works to create a vibrant downtown through development, programming, and district management, supported by a team of roughly 185 full‑time and 150 part‑time staff.

3CDC At-a-Glance:

• 3CDC has contributed to more than $2B in development across Downtown and OTR, including civic spaces, mixed‑income housing, and mixed‑use projects.
• The organization manages nearly 700K square feet of commercial space, ~200 apartment units, and 5,900+ parking spaces, generating $51M+ annually.
• 3CDC oversees seven civic spaces, hosting nearly 1,600 free events each year.
• 3CDC also manages the Downtown Cincinnati and OTR South Special Improvement Districts, providing clean and safe services, outreach, beautification, and marketing.

Why Join Us?

At 3CDC, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment where your contributions make a tangible impact on the community. This internship offers meaningful industry experience, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to be part of a team dedicated to strengthening and energizing Cincinnati’s urban core.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Intern supports the HR team through a variety of administrative, operational, and employee‑focused activities while gaining meaningful, hands‑on experience in the Human Resources field. This role will have the opportunity to contribute to recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, HR administration, and special projects, gaining exposure to the day‑to‑day operations of a dynamic nonprofit organization. Working alongside HR professionals, the intern will develop practical workplace skills, learn HR best practices, and gain insight into the employee lifecycle. This is a part‑time, fully onsite internship with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support recruiting efforts through ATS (Applicant Tracking System) management, candidate outreach, and interview scheduling.
• Greet and direct visitors who visit or call the Walnut Street Office, including 3CDC Board members, city officials, employees, tenants, and prospective partners.
• Assist with onboarding activities and HR related projects.
• Maintain employee records and assist with HRIS updates, including personnel files and employment lifecycle documentation.
• Respond to routine inquiries from applicants and employees, directing complex or sensitive matters to appropriate HR team members.
• Help organize employee engagement events and support HR communications.
• Perform general office duties such as meeting room preparation, office supply inventory, and other administrative duties as needed.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Qualifications & Specialized Knowledge

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field at an accredited college or university.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail with effective organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Positive, professional, and customer‑focused attitude with the ability to build relationships with internal and external personnel.
• Demonstrated initiative, dependability, and willingness to learn.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long periods of time.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees, candidates, and external contacts in person, by phone, and via email.