Human Resources Intern (Unpaid)

Join a Mission-Driven Team

LSS is excited to offer an opportunity for a Human Resources Intern to gain practical, hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization.

 As part of a team dedicated to supporting children, families, and communities, this role is designed to help you build foundational HR skills while contributing to meaningful, impactful work.

STATUS: PRN (based on availability)

HOURS: Flexible; Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Summer 2026

SALARY: Unpaid

LOCATION: In-person, Sioux Falls, SD

BENEFITS: LSS is committed to supporting growth and development through meaningful learning opportunities:

• Hands-on training, mentorship, and career development experience
• Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (if applicable)

Who You Are

This role is ideal for a student or emerging professional interested in Human Resources who is seeking hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization.

• You are enthusiastic about learning and growing within the field of Human Resources
• You are eager to participate, contribute, and gain real-world experience
• You demonstrate integrity and accountability
• You are seeking mentorship and practical, hands-on exposure

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Learn

• How to post job openings and support recruitment and onboarding processes
• Gain experience providing general administrative support to the HR department
• Learn how to build, update, and maintain HR documents and records
• Develop skills in record-keeping and documentation in alignment with LSS policies and values
• Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic human services environment
• Learn how to collaborate with team members to support organizational initiatives
• Access to a robust online learning platform with self-guided courses to support your professional growth and development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED, is required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, is required.
• Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes. 

LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

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