About the role#
The People & Culture Intern will gain broad exposure to the human resources function. You will provide project and operational support across talent acquisition, learning and development, benefits and compensation, HRIS, communications, and special initiatives. This is a full-time, paid summer internship based in Chicago.
What you'll do#
- Review job applications and participate in virtual and in-person interviews.
- Partner with the Department Administrator to prepare welcome kits and greet new hires.
- Assist the Senior Associate to the Managing Director with team meeting agendas, lunches, and international office quarterly check-ins.
- Maintain data integrity for applicant records within Workday.
- Research and help develop a needs assessment for a people analytics strategy.
- Edit and publish pre-recorded Spotlight Series videos to the internal intranet.
- Update and maintain employee resources, learning and development, and benefits listings on the company intranet.
- Support the handbook review process across all three foundation offices.
- Serve as a thought partner on staff engagement and wellness projects.
- Use technology platforms to complete creative special projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program of study, with plans to return to school after the internship.
- Demonstrated interest in all areas of human resources.
- Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment.
- Experience with Workday, research, event planning, or digital marketing is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: Hybrid (requires residency in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program).
- Term: June 8, 2027, to August 11, 2027.
- Compensation: $22.00 per hour.
About MacArthur Foundation
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago. Founded in 1978, it supports institutions and individuals working on social challenges like climate change and nuclear risk. The foundation also funds journalism and local projects in its home city. It employs between 51 and 200 people.
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