Human Resources Intern

B I R G E & H E L D

Investing in Communities to Transform Lives.

Who We Are

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Birge & Held, we are committed to bringing excitement and energy to the business of multifamily housing. We expect every employee within our organization to be a leader working in a collaborative environment towards a shared vision.

At Birge & Held, our employees have a Passion for People , demonstrate Leadership at Every Level , and are Always Learning & Innovating . Through these core values, we make our purpose a reality, “ Investing in Communities to Transform Lives. ”

Position Overview

The Human Resources Intern is responsible for supporting general HR functions including the onboarding and offboarding of employees, management of HR administrative functions, collaborating with business leaders on recruitment efforts, maintaining compliance, and managing leave and workers’ compensation claims.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting

• Conduct phone and Teams interviews with candidates, following a structured interview process to ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with the role’s requirements.
• Collaborate with Hiring Managers on candidates by reviewing resumes, providing interview feedback, and discussing candidate strengths and areas of concern to support effective hiring decisions.
• Assist in recruiting efforts as needed, incl uding posting jobs, sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, and supporting hiring events to ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment process.
  
  

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including managing pre-employment screenings, scheduling orientation sessions, assisting with benefits enrollment, and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for incoming employees
• Manage employee offboarding activities including preparing departure letters, system out-processing, and conducting exit interviews
  
  

HR Administration

• Maintain personnel files and HRIS data with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality
• Generate reports and track key HR metrics as needed
• Provide administrative support to the HR team and contribute to ongoing process improvements
  
  

Compliance & Policy Administration

• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Assist with audits and maintain up-to-date documentation on compliance related matters
• Support the development and communication of company policies and procedures
  
  

Leave Management & Workers’ Compensation

• Manage FMLA, ADA, and other leave programs in accorda nce with legal requirements and internal policies, including reviewing documentation, communicating with employees and managers, and ensuring timely and compliant administration of all leave types.
• Process workers’ compensation claims by gathering incident details, submitting necessary documentation, and coordinating with insurance provider
• Maintain accurate records related to employee leave and workplace injuries, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and confidentially stored
  
  

Project Management & Miscellaneous Administrative Duties

• Take on special projects as needed, con tributing to cross-functional initiatives, process improvements, and strategic HR goals that support the evolving needs of the business.
• Respond to employee ad-hoc requests and exercise resourcefulness to help support any challenges our team faces throughout their day-to-day operations
• Serve as a primary point of contact for general Human Resources inquiries, delivering timely, accurate, and customer-focused guidance on policies, procedures, and available resources to employees acros s the organization.
  
  

Education, Experience, And Skills

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Commitment to handling sensitive employee information with discretion
• Ability to perform at high levels in fast paced work environment and successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demands
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including advanced functions within Excel
  
  

What We Offer

• Gain hands-on experience by completing industry specific projects that generate business impact.
• Expand your professional network through various Lunch and Learn sessions with experienced leaders to gain valuable insight on proven pathways to success.
• Grow your career through the support of a designated mentor throughout the course of your internship.
• Be part of an organization consistently recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the USA , where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
• Receive a competitive hourly wage with the potential to join the team full-time following the completion of the program.
• Save on living expenses with exclusive employee discounts at Birge & Held properties.
  
  

Birge & Held is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.