Summer 2026 Graduate Intern, Administration (Human Resources) - R&S

About the Team & Role

The Administration team (Admin) within Research & Statistics (R&S) generally provides business line guidance and support to division staff and management within the areas of human resources, training and development, budget, compensation, recruitment, and outreach.  

The team is seeking a graduate intern interested or with a background in human resources, specifically onboarding, sourcing/outreach, and learning & development. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical, ideal for HR, management, organizational development and leadership, or related degree seekers. 

The intern will partner with the team in the areas of onboarding, internal training and development, outreach & recruiting, and engagement. In addition, there is the opportunity to support and/or learn about internal communications, budgeting & forecasting, contracts, compensation, and space planning/management. 

Examples of summer projects include:  

• Event Execution: Coordinate logistics for onboarding programs, trainings, and external information sessions. 
• Data Analysis: Evaluate programs using Qualtrics and Forms, analyzing survey responses to drive program changes. 
• Training and Development: Contribute to creating engaging content and innovative delivery methods. 
• Space Management: Assist with onboarding/offboarding processes and contribute to workspace improvement initiatives. 

About You (Background, Qualifications, Skills)

• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Behavior, Management, Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.

Required Skills:

• Advanced grasp of Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Action oriented
• Adaptability and continuous learning
• Preferred skills 
• Prior leadership experience
• Data analytics and visualization 
• Comfortable collaborating and working across functions
• Some experience with developing and delivering training content
• Some experience with survey tools, such as Qualtrics or Forms 

Please upload a copy of your resume & an unofficial transcript prior to submitting your application.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Applicant must be a current student, graduating from their program August 2026 or later. Proof of enrollment will be required.
• Available for 40-hrs/week, for 10-12 weeks during summer 2026, with daily on-site presence at our offices in Downtown Washington, D.C.

Intern Benefits

• Access to LinkedIn Learning & a robust experiential learning curriculum
• Professional development & networking opportunities
• Dining options on-site
• On-site fitness center
• Public transit benefits