HR Intern
- Location
- Manhattan, NY
- Work type
- Full Time · On-site
- Posted
- 2026-10-22
Job description
BRC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support the Human Resources team with onboarding, orientation, recruitment coordination, and employee relations efforts. This internship offers hands-on experience in HR operations, employee engagement, and recruitment logistics within a mission-driven nonprofit organization.
Key Responsibilities
Orientation/Onboarding:
Prepare onboarding and orientation materials for new hires
Support the coordination, logistics, and execution of new hire orientation sessions. Ensure orientation rooms, technology, and supplies are fully prepared
Assist with taking employee photos for ID badges and internal systems
Help ensure all required onboarding paperwork and employment forms are completed accurately and on time. Track onboarding documentation and follow up on missing items.
Talent Acquisition/Recruitment :
Complete reference checks for prospective candidates
Employee Relations:
Review and maintain internal Point Memo documents ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with current HR policies and practices
Cross-check memos against relevant procedures, templates, and any applicable labor laws or internal standards. Flag outdated or inconsistent memos for revision and track status updates.
Work closely with HR Business Partners and other internal stakeholders to validate and revise content as needed and help with Point Memo trainings.
Communicate professionally with candidates, new hires, and internal staff
Support general HR administrative projects and special assignments as needed
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and candidate information
Schedule and Availability:
The internship provides a flexible schedule; however, intern must be available to work on Mondays and Thursdays to support key onboarding and orientation activities. Additional hours and workdays may be scheduled flexibly in coordination with the Human Resources Team.
Qualifications
Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related field preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset
Interest in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or employee experience
Preferred Skills
Experience coordinating events, meetings, or administrative processes
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, along with comfort in communicating to external stakeholders
Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
What You’ll Gain
Exposure to HR operations and onboarding processes within a large nonprofit organization
Experience supporting recruitment and employee engagement initiatives
Professional development and networking opportunities
Hands-on experience in a collaborative HR environment