Human Resources Intern

DeKalb Health; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from HR professionals

Flexible scheduling

Networking opportunities

Future internship extension potential

Job summary

DeKalb Health is seeking a motivated HR Intern to join the team. This role provides hands-on experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and talent management while pursuing a related bachelor’s degree.

Ideal candidates are studying HR, business, or psychology and are eager to gain practical experience in a fast-paced clinical environment with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities, including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Support candidate communications throughout the hiring process.
• Help coordinate onboarding activities and new hire orientation.
• Maintain and update employee records while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and compliance documentation.
• Support employee engagement programs, events, and recognition initiatives.
• Participate in HR projects related to process improvement, training, and talent management.
• Prepare correspondence, presentations, and HR-related documents.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide administrative support to the HR team.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS (familiarity)

Job description

• Base Pay $19.00 - $23.00 / Year
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our HR team. This internship provides hands-on experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and talent management. The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field and is eager to gain practical experience in a fast-paced professional environment.

This role offers exposure to all aspects of the employee lifecycle while providing meaningful opportunities to contribute to HR projects and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities, including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Support candidate communications throughout the hiring process.
• Help coordinate onboarding activities and new hire orientation.
• Maintain and update employee records while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and compliance documentation.
• Support employee engagement programs, events, and recognition initiatives.
• Participate in HR projects related to process improvement, training, and talent management.
• Prepare correspondence, presentations, and HR-related documents.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide administrative support to the HR team.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred

• Previous internship, administrative, customer service, or office experience.
• Familiarity with HRIS, applicant tracking systems, or recruiting platforms.
• Interest in recruiting, employee relations, talent acquisition, or HR operations.

What You'll Gain

• Real-world HR experience across multiple functional areas.
• Exposure to recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and employee engagement practices.
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
• Opportunity to develop business, communication, and analytical skills.
• Networking opportunities within a growing organization.
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
• Potential opportunity for future internship extension or full-time employment.