Intern - Human Resources (Summer 2027)

Stfrancis; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Stfrancis in Seattle is seeking a student to assist the HR team with daily operations, recruitment support, onboarding, and maintaining employee records. You will engage with guests and leadership in a hospitality setting, upholding confidentiality and brand standards.

The role offers exposure to talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and performance management, with growth opportunities in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in HR, Hospitality, Business Admin, or related field.
• Interest in hotel operations and guest service.
• Previous experience in hotel, customer service, or campus leadership is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor with a service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support HR with daily operations and administrative tasks.
• Assist with recruitment, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and events.
• Collaborate with hotel leadership and HR teams to address needs.
• Gain exposure to talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and performance management.
• Demonstrate warmth, professionalism, and service focus with guests and leadership.
• Adhere to policies, brand standards, safety, confidentiality, and grooming.
• Learn and contribute in a fast-paced hospitality environment while developing skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Ability to thrive in fast-paced env

MS Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing HR, Hospitality, or business degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Support the HR team with daily Human Resources operations and administrative tasks.
• Assist with recruitment, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding activities.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, events, and recognition programs.
• Collaborate with hotel leadership and HR teams to address employee needs and initiatives.
• Gain exposure to key HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and performance management.
• Demonstrate a warm, professional, and service-focused attitude with guests, associates, and leadership.
• Adhere to hotel policies, brand standards, safety procedures, confidentiality expectations, and grooming standards.
• Learn and contribute in a fast-paced hospitality environment while developing professional skills.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Students currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Strong interest in hotel operations, hospitality leadership, guest service, and career growth within the hotel industry.
• Previous experience in hotel, customer service, retail, or campus leadership is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor with a positive and service-oriented attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the property for extended periods.