Paid HR Intern – Academic Biomedical Research

Intern Palm Beach; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology is seeking a motivated HR Intern to support recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and records management in a biomedical research and academic setting. The role offers exposure to immigration-related HR processes and cross-functional collaboration with the HR team.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in human resources, higher education, biomedical research administration, or related fields.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive HR information with professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Supporting HR administrative functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and records management.
• Assisting with special projects designed to improve HR processes, workflows, and overall service to The Wertheim UF Scripps community.
• Supporting The Wertheim UF Scripps International Services with immigration-related HR processes as needed.
• Collaborating with HR team members to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Researching, compiling, and analyzing HR-related information, data, and inquiries.
• Monitoring and triaging incoming HR emails and routing requests to the appropriate team member.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology is seeking a motivated HR Intern to support recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and records management in a biomedical research and academic setting. The role offers exposure to immigration-related HR processes and cross-functional collaboration with the HR team.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with