Human Resources Internship - Spring 2027

Colonial Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

U.S. Chamber of Commerce is offering a paid Human Resources Internship for spring, focusing on talent acquisition, onboarding operations, and support for culture and benefits teams.

The program runs Feb 1–Apr 9, with a part-time hybrid schedule requiring in-office presence at least three days weekly at the Washington, D.C. headquarters. Remote applicants are not considered, and housing may be arranged by students if needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college or graduate program in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field.
• Previous internship or relevant HR experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition Support: assist with job postings, sourcing, resume screening, interview scheduling, candidate communications, ATS maintenance.
• Onboarding Operations: support onboarding materials, forms, and opening new positions with HR and departments.
• Culture & Benefits Projects: assist with employee engagement initiatives and benefits communications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion with confidential info

Microsoft Office Suite

HR systems familiarity

Education

HR, Business, Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HR systems

Job description

About Us:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.

Position Overview:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern this spring. This internship offers hands‑on experience in multiple areas of HR, including talent acquisition, onboarding operations, and support for our culture and benefits teams.

The Chamber Internship Program is a one‑of‑a‑kind opportunity to learn at the world’s largest business organization. In addition to directly supporting a team in the organization, interns have an opportunity to participate in a variety of programming that will help build professional skills and networks.

The Chamber also offers robust programming each semester to support professional development and networking for interns. These opportunities include company‑wide meetings and social events, intern‑exclusive discussions with senior executives such as the CEO, the Chief Policy Officer, and the President of the Foundation, as well as a resume review and interview preparation workshop.

The internship is expected to run from February 1 through April 9. Interns work a part‑time hybrid schedule and are expected to be in the office at least three days a week at our U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C. Fully remote applicants will not be considered. Interns will be responsible for making their own housing accommodations if needed.

This is a paid internship, and students may also receive academic credit if they meet the criteria set by their school. The hourly rate for this position is between $18.00 and $20.00 per hour. This internship is open to current college or graduate students, as well as individuals who have graduated within the past six months.

Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition Support
  
  
  
  • Assist with job postings, candidate sourcing, and resume screening.
  
  
  • Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications.
  
  
  • Help maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment reports.
  
  
  
  


• Onboarding Operations
  
  
  
  • Support new hire onboarding processes, including preparing materials and tracking completion of required forms.
  
  
  • Assist HR and department leaders with opening new positions, including preparing job descriptions and posting roles.
  
  
  • Help ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for new employees.
  
  
  
  


• Culture & Benefits Projects
  
  
  
  • Collaborate on initiatives to enhance employee engagement and organizational culture.
  
  
  • Assist with benefits‑related communications and administrative tasks.
  
  
  • Participate in special HR projects as needed.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or graduate program, or a recent graduate in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field.


• Previous internship or relevant experience in HR strongly preferred.


• Passion for human resources and interest in talent acquisition and employee experience.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HR systems is a plus.

This internship requires U.S. work authorization and is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and/or Optional Practical Training (OPT).

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.