Human Resources & Risk Management Intern

About the Department

Under general supervision, this position supports Human Resources and Risk Management with administrative, operational, and project-based work, contributing to daily functions, program development, and system implementation efforts while gaining practical experience in public sector operations.

*This internship opportunity is available for a temporary, limited period during summer 2026.*

Position Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently demonstrating the Town’s core values of integrity, innovation, commitment to quality service, and teamwork. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time. 

• Observes and shadows Human Resources and Risk Management staff; participates in meetings, trainings, and project discussions to gain exposure to departmental operations, workflows, and decision-making processes. 
• Rotates through functional areas, as assigned, to support business activities and broaden organizational understanding.
• Provides customer service by responding to routine inquiries and directing requests to appropriate staff.
• Assists with recruitment and onboarding activities, including scheduling, document preparation, and candidate tracking.
• Supports data entry, recordkeeping, and file management within human resources and risk management systems.
• Assists with legacy system migration efforts, including data validation, file organization, and testing support.
• Supports program development and special projects by conducting research, compiling information, and preparing materials.
• Assists with coordination of meetings, trainings, and safety-related activities, including scheduling and logistics.
• Supports risk management functions by tracking incidents, maintaining documentation, and assisting with reporting.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered. 

Requires current enrollment in an accredited college or university with coursework in human resources, risk management, public administration, business administration, or a related field and a basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software. 

Employment Standards
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Knowledge of basic office practices.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Knowledge of human resources functions.
• Knowledge of risk management concepts.
• Knowledge of standard computer applications.
• Skill in communication.
• Skill in organization.
• Skill in data entry.
• Skill in time management.
• Skill in attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to provide customer service. 

Other Qualifications

Hiring Range: $21.70-$25.50/hr.