This is an unpaid position.

Job Title: Human Resources Internship

Department: Staff

Status: Internship/Volunteer (unpaid)

Effective: August 31, 2023

Saint Patrick Catholic School is currently seeking a Human Resources Intern to join our team in the Business Office. This is an unpaid position for individuals interested in learning more about the HR field. The position is available up to 2-3 days a week for 15-25 hours per week.

Overview

Founded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework focused on reinforcing six "pillars" of education that support the total formation of each student. Saint Patrick Catholic School is proud to be a Glasser Quality School. 

Mission Statement

Saint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child - mind, body, and spirit to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader.

Faculty Expectations

• Uphold the school’s vision an authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical school
• Collaborate with faculty, staff and students to establish servant leadership opportunities
• Model behavior consistent with Catholic values and teachings
• Exhibit professionalism, positive relationships, and appropriate communication with all members of the community

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting and administrative tasks related to applicant tracking, interviewing, onboarding, background screening, new-hire orientations; similarly oversee and assist with the offboarding processes
• Conduct research to assist in updating policies and ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations at the local/state/federal level
• Assist with audits and maintaining records
• Special HR projects and other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in learning about the HR field
• Computer literacy, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Aptitude for problem-solving and interest in learning HR procedures and policies
• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to solve problems without sacrificing relationships
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time; must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, crawl, stoop and run

Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program, recent graduate or working towards a certification. May be applicable for Skillbridge.

Saint Patrick Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.