Intern, Human Resources (Spring 2027)

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts; Wolf Trap (VA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is seeking an HR Intern to support a diverse HR function for about 125 staff and 400 seasonal workers. The role focuses on recruiting, onboarding, training, policy development, and benefits work.

The internship is 12 weeks, part-time (up to 21 hours/week), with a pay rate of $13.75/hour. Location is Virginia-area with onsite requirements; remote work is not offered.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study.
• Graduate students and recent graduates are eligible.
• Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program may apply.
• International students (J-1 or F-1) are eligible.
• Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Create and submit job requisitions and post open positions on internal and external job boards
• Prepare offer letters, initiate onboarding and background checks
• Assist with new hire orientations, staff trainings, and policy development
• Assist in benefit plan renewals and Open Enrollment
• Make recommendations and updates to the staff intranet
• Research and analyze HR best practices; develop new programs
• Provide administrative support to HR team
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent writing

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence and teamwork

Research and project management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Undergraduate students (at least 1 year completed)

Graduate students

Recent graduates (up to 2 years)

Career-changers enrolled in a degree program

International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EXPECTED DURATION: 12 weeks (part-time; up to 21 hours/week)

PAY RATE: $13.75/hour

LOCATION: Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. If applicant cannot be onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, an onsite schedule should be discussed if contacted for an interview.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Human Resources Intern provides a diverse range of benefits, recruiting, and training support for approximately 125 employees and 400 seasonal/variable staff.

• Create and submit job requisitions and post open positions on internal and external job boards
• Prepare offer letters, initiate onboarding and background checks
• Assist with new hire orientations, staff trainings, and policy development
• Assist in benefit plan renewals and Open Enrollment
• Make recommendations and updates to the staff intranet
• Research and analyze best practices in Human Resources; recommend and develop new programs to meet departmental objectives
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team as needed
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability and have the integrity to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent work ethic, positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational, customer service, research and project management skills
• Course of study or prior internship experience in Human Resources preferred

For additional information, contact [e-mail] with questions.

Qualifications

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

• Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study)
• Graduate students
• Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school)
• Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program
• International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required)
• Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently

Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact [e-mail] . An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.