What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Intern position at RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEW YORK?
The Human Resources Intern will play a meaningful role in supporting the employees of the house so that they can fully care for the families we serve. This role will have the opportunity to work across our HR services, including Talent Acquisition, Training & Development, Onboarding, and Culture-Building.
In conjunction with the HR management team, this role will partner with leadership and individual contributors from different departments within the house. Examples include, but are not limited to, the Development, Programs, and Operations teams.
This is an unpaid internship.
This is a hybrid opportunity, working three days in the office and two days from home.
Talent Acquisition:
- Assist with posting positions, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
- Contribute to providing a best-in-class experience for candidates interviewing for positions with the Ronald McDonald House New York.
- Participate in recruitment meetings and contribute to developing and executing sourcing strategies.
- Shadow and assist in conducting phone screens and in person interviews.
Onboarding:
- Support pre‑hire and first‑day onboarding processes, including preparation of materials and coordinating welcome activities.
- Update onboarding checklists and ensure new hires have needed resources.
- Contribute to culture‑forward onboarding practices that promote early engagement and belonging.
Training & Development:
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and tracking staff learning programs.
- Help update training content, gather feedback, and support skill building opportunities aligned with talent development principles
- Participate in selected HR meetings to understand how development initiatives align with organizational goals.
Culture & Employee Experience:
- Support team‑building events and employee engagement as a member of the F.R.I.E.S. employee resource group.
- Assist in maintaining employee resource materials and communicating HR updates.
- Help monitor employee feedback trends and identify opportunities to strengthen culture and connection
Qualifications:
- Prior HR internship or HR‑related coursework preferred.
- Effective communication skills.
- Detail‑oriented and organized.
- Comfort with digital tools.
What You Will Gain:
- Experience across HR functions.
- Mentorship from senior HR leaders.
- Opportunity to lead small projects.
- Exposure to current HR strategies.
YOU WILL THRIVE IF YOU ARE...
- You are curious, eager to learn, and excited to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of Human Resources, including talent acquisition, onboarding, learning and development, and employee engagement.
- You are organized and detail-oriented, taking pride in producing accurate work while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- You are a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and collaborating with employees and leaders across different departments.
- You are inspired by the mission of supporting families in crisis and recognize the important role HR plays in creating an exceptional employee experience.
SUCCESS IN THE FIRST YEAR
- Become a trusted member of the HR team by providing dependable support for recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Contribute to a positive candidate and new hire experience through effective coordination, communication, and attention to detail.
- Successfully partner with employees and leaders across the organization while gaining a strong understanding of nonprofit human resources practices.
- Lead or contribute to projects that strengthen culture, enhance employee engagement, and support Ronald McDonald House New York's commitment to being an employer of choice.
Additional:
Physical Demands
The physical demands described herein are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Work is primarily sedentary and performed in an office setting within a hospitality environment.
- This role requires extended periods of sitting, computer use, and engagement in virtual or in-person meetings.
- Occasional standing, walking, or light lifting may be required in support of routine office activities.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- This role is based in a facility that provides temporary accommodation to pediatric patients and their families. The environment is mission-driven and may include frequent interaction with families and staff.
- While no medical treatment is administered on-site, individuals who have undergone radiation therapy may be present. Radiation levels within the facility are monitored and remain within established public safety limits.
- The work environment is typically a standard office setting but may include moderate noise levels due to guest activity, events, or building operations.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required during peak periods such as audits, reporting cycles, special projects, or board-related activities.
Travel
- Occasional travel may be required for meetings, conferences, trainings, or organizational events.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ronald McDonald House New York respects diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The management team is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment, layoff and termination.