Human Resources Intern – Commutable/Local Only

Austin Community College; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College seeks a Human Resources Intern for a paid internship in Berkeley Heights, NJ. This role offers hands-on experience in Talent Acquisition and HR Operations, including maintaining the Applicant Tracking System and supporting onboarding processes.

Candidates must be Pell Grant recipients and can expect to gain valuable insights into HR within a dynamic biopharmaceutical company.

Compensation starts at $20/hr, and applicants must live within a commutable distance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program related to Human Resources or Business.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are a must.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Audit and clean candidate records for data integrity.
• Screen resumes and coordinate interviews for the recruiting team.
• Prepare documentation for new hires and assist with onboarding processes.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday, Lever)

Job description

Human Resources Intern - Commutable/Local Only

This opportunity is available through Project Onramp, a program to help Pell-granted undergraduates gain access to paid summer internships, industry mentors, and early career training in the Life Sciences sector and related industries. We are partnered with 100+ companies across the country, and have placed 1,000 students in summer internships since 2019. You can read more about us here.

PROJECT ONRAMP

THIS PROGRAM HAS NO COST TO STUDENTS. IT IS FREE.

HR Intern – Talent Acquisition & HR Operations

IMPORTANT ELIGIBILITY NOTE: This role is onsite in Berkeley Heights, NJ. Applicants MUST permanently reside or ALREADY HAVE CONFIRMED HOUSING within a commutable distance of the facility. Housing/relocation is NOT provided.

Compensation: At least $20/hr

The Corporate Partner

Our Corporate Partner is a fast-paced, innovative biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapies that shape the future of healthcare. Based in Berkeley Heights, NJ, they focus on treating challenging conditions and delivering impactful medical solutions.

The Role

Our partner is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Intern to support both Talent Acquisition and HR Operations. This role will focus on maintaining and improving the company's Applicant Tracking System (ATS) while providing hands‑on support across recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR administrative functions. This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to core HR processes in a dynamic biotechnology corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• ATS & Data Management: Audit and clean candidate records, merge duplicate profiles, and standardize job data to support data integrity for corporate reporting and analytics.
• Recruiting Support: Screen resumes to identify qualified candidates, manage applicant tracking pipelines, and coordinate interview schedules with hiring managers.
• Onboarding & HR Operations: Prepare documentation for new hires, coordinate onboarding schedules, maintain accurate digital employee records, and assist with employee engagement events and process improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and absolute discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
• Preferred Experience: Interest in Talent Acquisition and familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday, Lever) is a plus.
• Requirements: Must be a Pell Grant Recipient for the current academic year.

How to Apply

• Verify Pell Grant Status: Submit a screenshot of the Pell Grant section from your Financial Aid portal for the 2025-26 school year. You may black out dollar amounts.
• Submit Documentation: Send the screenshot and your resume (saved as a PDF titled 'First Name Last Name') via Handshake message or directly to [e-mail].
• Virtual Intro Meeting: Once verified, you will be invited to a 30–35 minute video call to learn more about the Project Onramp program and share your background. This is a preliminary step.