Human Resources Internship Spring 2027

Anchor Home; Mays Chapel (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Anchor Home in Baltimore County, MD is seeking a motivated HR Intern to support recruitment, onboarding, and day-to-day HR operations. The role offers hands-on experience while contributing to growth projects and organizational initiatives.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in HR, business, psychology, or related fields, with strong written and verbal communication, excellent organization, and a keen willingness to learn in a fast-paced, in-person setting in Timonium.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Stays organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment by posting openings, reviewing applications, and identifying candidates.
• Assist with initial phone screenings and candidate interviews.
• Coordinate reference checks and applicant follow-up.
• Prepare new hire paperwork and onboarding activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and employee files.
• Schedule and track required training.
• Respond to employee inquiries on timesheets, policies, and HR matters, escalating when needed.
• Assist with internal communications and company announcements.
• Support marketing projects with flyers, graphics, and social content.
• Provide general administrative support and assist with HR projects.

Skills

Communication

Content creation

Organization

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree or in progress in HR/Business/Psychology or related field

Job description

Anchor Home is a dynamic, fast-growing human services organization in Baltimore County, Maryland, dedicated to delivering best-in-class services and experiences to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Anchor Home prides itself on providing exceptional person-centered services designed around the people we serve. Our programs include Residential Services, Community Development Services, and Personal Support.

At Anchor Home, we champion diversity and innovation. We are professionals from various backgrounds, experiences, cultures, and walks of life, coming together to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

Overview

Anchor Home is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Intern to support our Human Resources and operational initiatives. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and an eagerness to learn about HR. The intern will work closely with our HR team and leadership to gain hands-on experience in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and day-to-day HR operations while contributing to projects that support the continued growth and success of our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support recruitment efforts by posting job openings, reviewing applications, and identifying potential candidates.
• Assist with coordinating and participating in initial phone screenings and candidate interviews.
• Help coordinate reference checks and follow up with applicants.
• Assist with preparing new hire paperwork and coordinating onboarding activities.
• Help organize and maintain accurate physical and digital employee files and HR records.
• Assist with scheduling employee training sessions and tracking completion of required training.
• Support responses to employee inquiries regarding timesheets, company policies, training requirements, and general HR matters, escalating questions as needed.
• Assist with internal communications and company-wide announcements.
• Support marketing projects by creating flyers, graphics, social media content, and other branded materials.
• Provide general administrative support and assist with ongoing HR projects and organizational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, or a related field of study.
• Passion for content creation and bringing ideas to life through digital media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Stays organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to learn.

Job Type: Part-time, Internship

Schedule: Flexible schedule around classes: 2 to 3 weekdays

Location: Fully In Person, Timonium, MD

Pay Rate: $17 per hour