People Operations / Human Resources Intern

About the role#

CivicScience is seeking a People Operations / Human Resources Intern to partner with a business leader for the Summer 2026 program. This internship is designed to provide educational opportunities and project-based experience in human resources, branding, and communications. The role is unpaid and intended for students eligible to receive college credit.

What you'll do#

• Brainstorm creative ideas for Employee Resource Group programming.
• Draft content for internal communications.
• Support the transition of the company intranet to a new platform.
• Research innovative and responsible ways to incorporate AI into internal workflows.
• Draft job descriptions for critical roles.
• Influence and update new hire policies and procedures.
• Contribute to training, learning, and development tools for new hire onboarding.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in human resources, communications, or business.
• Knowledge of human resources best practices and communications principles.
• Excellent written communication skills, including impeccable grammar.
• Ability to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Eligibility to receive college credits for this unpaid internship.

Location & details#

• This is a remote role based in the United States.
• The internship lasts 8-12 weeks with a time commitment of up to 20 hours per week.
• Preference is given to candidates located in the greater Pittsburgh region.