About the role#
Agate Housing and Services offers an internship for students to gain hands-on experience in Human Resources. You will contribute to real projects and learn how HR functions within a non-profit organization. We work with you to tailor this experience to your professional goals and academic requirements.
What you'll do#
- Aid in training and development of employee skills to meet compliance requirements.
- Plan staff meetings and hiring discussions.
- Post job openings on internal and external boards.
- Review resumes to identify qualified candidates.
- Conduct initial candidate outreach and coordinate interview schedules.
- Maintain applicant tracking system records.
- Support candidate sourcing through online platforms and community outreach.
- Assist with employment verifications, reference checks, and pre-employment documentation.
- Prepare offer letters and onboarding materials.
- Track recruitment metrics like applicant flow and hiring outcomes.
- Support new hire orientation and welcome communications.
- Research recruitment practices and assist with employer branding and social media strategies.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Familiarity with HR concepts and employment processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- A friendly, approachable personality with the ability to build positive relationships.
- Leadership abilities and the initiative to take on projects.
- A motivated, curious, and organized mindset.
Location & details#
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is an unpaid, part-time internship.
About Agate Housing and Services
Agate Housing and Services is a non-profit organization based in Minneapolis. Founded in 2002, the group provides emergency shelter, housing assistance, and supportive services to people experiencing homelessness. The organization employs 114 people. Its work includes street outreach, workforce development, and rent relief programs.
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