Human Resources Summer Intern 2026

Founded in 1854, the Baltimore Jewish Community Center (JCC) has evolved into an organization of vitality and diversity. In keeping with its Jewish values, the JCC is committed to enhancing the general welfare of the total community.  If you are looking for a job where the work environment is both stimulating and supportive and the mission is focused on promoting and strengthening Jewish life and values, then the JCC could be the place for you.

Inspired by the work we do every day, the JCC is an organization centered by Jewish values and focused on creating meaningful experiences and opportunities to enrich, connect, and positively impact our community.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and welcoming workplace and celebrate the diversity of our employees. 

We value all members of our team in a supportive environment in which everyone is treated with appreciation and respect and positioned to do their best work every day.

Summary

Are you a detail-oriented, people-focused student exploring a career in Human Resources? The JCC is seeking a Human Resources Intern to support our summer hiring and onboarding process. This role provides hands-on experience in recruitment operations, onboarding administration, and HR systems management within a fast-paced camp environment.

The HR Intern will work closely with the Human Resources Generalist and HR team to support seasonal hiring efforts and ensure a smooth and compliant onboarding experience for summer staff.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical HR experience while developing professional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support the end-to-end onboarding process for seasonal employees, including distributing, tracking, reviewing, and organizing new hire documentation (digital and in-person forms).
• Monitor completion of required onboarding paperwork and follow up with staff regarding outstanding items.
• Enter and maintain accurate employee data within HRIS and camp management systems.
• Assist with recruitment-related administrative tasks as needed.
• Provide responsive and professional communication to seasonal staff, camp directors, and internal departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
• Support additional HR projects and administrative tasks as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required
• Currently enrolled in a college or university program (Human Resources, Business, Organizational Psychology, or related field preferred)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional judgment and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability and willingness to learn new software systems quickly
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Fast-paced, high-energy environment with frequent staff interaction
• Summer environment may include moderate to loud noise levels
• Primarily seated work with regular use of a computer and phone
• Frequent use of hands for typing and handling paperwork
• Occasional standing, reaching, and light lifting (up to 10 pounds)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Proposed Schedule (subject to change at any time based on camp paperwork progress)

May 18 - July 3	July 6 – July 24
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: In office, 10am-3pm	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: In office, 10am-2pm
Wednesday, Friday: In office or virtual depending, 10am-3pm	Wednesday: Virtual, 10am-2pm Friday: Off

 

Important Dates:

Start Date: Monday, May 18

First Day of Camp: Monday, June 22

Paperwork events (attendance mandatory):

• Thursday, May 19, 6pm
• Wednesday, May 27, 6pm
• Tuesday, June 2, 6pm
• Sunday, June 7, 8am

 

End Date: Friday, July 24

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $16 per hour

Benefits & Perks:

• Complimentary individual JCC membership during employment
• Professional development and hands-on HR experience

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management, as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with our Jewish values, we are dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law. We welcome everyone interested in our mission to join us. If you require accommodation, please contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.