Human Resources Intern

Human Resources Intern
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Coordinator
Employment Type: Internship
Location: 104 Central St. Auburn MA 01501
Duration: 3-6 Months
Salary: $15.00 per hour
Hours: 15-20 hours per week.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to support our HR team across a variety of people-related activities. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, onboarding, benefits and maintaining employee records.

The ideal candidate is organized, professional, eager to learn, and comfortable handling confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

•    Assist with recruiting activities, including posting job openings, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
•    Support new-hire onboarding and orientation processes.
•    Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
•    Assist with HR data entry, reporting, and preparation of personnel-related documents.
•    Help coordinate employee engagement activities, meetings, and internal communications.
•    Respond to routine employee questions and direct more complex inquiries to the appropriate HR team member.
•    Assist with benefits administration and other HR programs as needed.
•    Support the HR team with special projects and process-improvement initiatives.
•    Ensure HR activities are conducted in accordance with Town policies and applicable employment requirements.
•    Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•    Strong organizational and time-management skills.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
•    Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
•    Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
•    Excellent customer service skills.

What You’ll Gain

•    Hands-on experience across multiple areas of Human Resources.
•    Exposure to recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR administration.
•    Experience working with HR systems and employee documentation.
•    Opportunities to develop professional communication and organizational skills.
•    Mentorship and guidance from experienced HR professionals.

The Town of Auburn is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and considering qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable law.
Please send applications to: PCallahan@auburnma.gov