Spring 2027 Human Resources Intern

U.S. Hunger; Longwood (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Hunger in Florida is seeking a Human Resources intern to help recruit motivated individuals to fight hunger.

In this hands-on role, you will screen resumes, conduct virtual interviews, market our internship program to potential candidates, and assist with the day-to-day execution of the internship program. If you are someone who can juggle many moving parts, enjoy putting together effective teams of people, and want to contribute to the professional development of individuals in our

Qualifications

• You’re a people person with strong communication skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and stay organized.
• High energy, creativity, and passion for the mission.
• Professionalism in written and verbal communication; maintain confidentiality.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Screen resumes and communicate with applicants.
• Update workflows and request portfolios.
• Assist with intern recruitment and selection; send portfolios to managers and conduct first-round interviews.
• Track and report weekly recruitment metrics.
• Promote internship program at university events and career fairs.
• Network with university organizations and assist with Handshake and Knightline platforms.
• Brainstorm development sessions and generate weekly intern newsletters.

Skills

People person

Communication skills

Multitasking

Energy and passion

Leadership qualities

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

As USH’s Human Resources intern, you will be responsible for recruiting highly motivated, passionate, and skilled individuals to join the fight against hunger! In this hands‑on role, you will screen resumes, conduct virtual interviews, market our internship program to potential candidates, and assist with the day‑to‑day execution of the internship program.

If you are someone who can juggle many moving parts, enjoys putting together effective teams of people, and want to contribute to the professional development of individuals in our community, this may be the opportunity for you to deepen your professional skill set.

We’re a mission‑based business, and if you’re passionate about helping others while developing yourself as a professional, we want you on our team!

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the Applicant Tracking System (Paylocity)
  • Screen resumes
  • Communicate with applicants
  • Update workflows
  • Request portfolios
• Assist with intern recruitment and selection
  • Send portfolios to managers
  • Conduct first-round interviews
  • Make recommendations for hire
  • Track and report weekly recruitment metrics
• Promote internship program
  • Schedule promotional events
    • University events
    • Career fairs
  • Network with university organizations
  • Assist with online job platforms
    • Handshake
    • Knightline
• Assist with all internship program needs
  • Brainstorm development sessions
  • Generate feedback surveys
  • Generate weekly intern newsletter

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Interns will be required to perform other job‑related duties as required.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• YOU’RE A PEOPLE PERSON: Ability & enjoyment in connecting with others
• YOU’VE GOT THE GIFT OF GAB: Excellent communication skills
• YOU CAN JUGGLE: Ability to juggle multiple projects and organize many moving parts
• YOU’VE GOT A PEP IN YOUR STEP: Full of energy, creativity, and passion
• YOU TAKE CHARGE: Outstanding decision making abilities and leadership qualities
• YOU’RE PROFESSIONAL IN ALL YOUR WAYS: Written & verbal, as well as confidentiality
• YOU’VE GOT HAWK EYES: High attention to detail

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)
• Grabbing, sitting, holding, writing, typing
• Ability to operate a computer and other technology‑based tools