Human Resources Intern (NCS) - BCIT

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$15.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Hiring Salary Range:

$15.00 Hourly

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits  

Job Summary

Provide opportunities for secondary and post-secondary students to serve as Human Capital Interns. Interns will gain hands on experience across all major areas of Human Resources while learning HR policies and procedures within a government environment. This internship offers comprehensive exposure to HR functions—including job profiling, recruitment, onboarding, employee and labor relations, training and development, performance management, compensation, classification, HRIS, and organizational development—while partnering with departments to support broader organizational goals

Essential Functions:

• Assist with job profile reviews, updates, and documentation.

• Support recruitment activities, including posting job announcements, screening applications, and coordinating interviews.

• Participate in onboarding processes, such as preparing new hire materials and assisting with orientation logistics.

• Contribute to compensation and classification research, data gathering, and documentation.

• Provide support in employee and labor relations by organizing case files and preparing meeting materials.

• Assist with training and development initiatives, including scheduling sessions and preparing training resources.

• Participate in performance management cycles by tracking submissions and preparing summary reports.

• Assist with organizational development projects, including workflow mapping or process improvement documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel for data entry, reporting, analysis, and creating charts.

• PowerPoint for developing clear, professional slide decks.

• Word for drafting documents and correspondence.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Currently attend a Maryland high school as a junior/senior ​

• Currently attend a Maryland higher education institution ​

• Graduated from a Maryland high school, but currently attend a non-Maryland higher education institution​

• Graduated from a Maryland high school, and is currently enrolled or graduated from a career technical training program

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with applicants, employees, and department partners.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to support HR projects and process improvements.

• Customer service orientation to provide helpful, professional support to internal and external stakeholders.

• Research skills to gather information on HR best practices, policies, and compliance topics.

Additional Information 

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. 

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER