Human Resources Intern

RIMOWA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RIMOWA is seeking an enthusiastic HR Intern to assist the HR Department with administrative and HR-related tasks in a luxury retail setting. This role offers hands-on exposure to HR functions and the chance to develop skills early in an HR career.

Responsibilities include supporting recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, employee records, and engagement activities, with collaboration across HR and Retail teams. Onsite, full-time role in New York.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of prior Human Resources classes or Internship experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with design software such as Canva or Photoshop.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Effective communication with senior leadership.
• Detail-oriented and discreet with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing employee engagement activities and events, including creating communications.
• Support the full-cycle recruitment process: sourcing candidates, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and preparing/sending offer and rejection emails.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including orientation sessions materials.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide administrative support to the HR and Retail teams.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and HR-related matters.
• Prepare HR-related reports and update organizational charts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Detail-oriented

Education

BA or BS in progress

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Canva

Photoshop

Job description

We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and driven HR intern to assist our HR Department

with administrative and HR-related tasks. As an HR Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in various HR functions with a focus to support our luxury retail organization. This role is ideal for individuals looking to develop their HR skills and gain practical exposure in a professional setting, as they embark on a career in HR.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing employee engagement activities and events, including creating related communications.
• Support the full-cycle recruitment process: sourcing candidates, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and preparing/sending offer and rejection emails.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing materials and supporting orientation sessions.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide administrative support to the HR and Retail teams.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and other HR-related matters.
• Prepare HR-related reports and update organizational charts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager

Profile

• 1+ years of prior Human Resources classes or Internship experience
• BA or BS from an accredited university in progress
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with design software such as Canva or Photoshop
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with senior leadership.
• Detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with utmost discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, standard working hours (Onsite)
• Availability: Full-time. Preferred for recent graduates or candidates available for full-time hours.