HR Operations Intern

Since 1922, FPWA has driven groundbreaking policy reforms to better serve those in need. We work to dismantle the systemic barriers that impede economic security and well-being, and strengthen the capacity of human services agencies and faith organizations so New Yorkers with lower incomes can thrive and live with dignity. FPWA engages in research and analysis-driven policymaking and advocacy; program and practice testing to inform policy change; strengthening capacity to build more effective and responsive organizations; and, raising awareness, educating and mobilizing on the issues and policies that most impede economic security and well-being.  

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The HR Operations Intern provides support to Human Resource and Operations Team at FPWA under the guidance of the Director of HR & Operations. In this role, they will be exposed to all areas of HR including onboarding, benefits, employee engagement, training and operations.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Collaborate on projects that improve employee experience, such as updating processes or creating internal guides.  
• Support employee inquiries, answering day-to-day questions and directing employees to the right resources. 
• Contribute to engagement and training efforts: researching training resources, trends, best practices and providing recommendations around development, recognition and retention.  
• Support the team by researching labor law trends and best practices to help update internal guides and policies. 
• Provide administrative support for employee engagement and internal communication within BambooHR (FPWA’s HRIS) Community, including coordinating with outside departments on announcements, updates and recognition posts.  
• Assist in maintaining employee records and ensuring data accuracy within BambooHR.  
• Keen interest in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit operations.  
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master's Degree program with interest in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field. 
• Strong communicator who enjoys working with people and solving problems. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Prior Experience working with BambooHR a plus. 

SALARY: 

• Salary range: $20 to $ 25 per hour, commensurate with experience.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

• As part of building a culture where employs can do their best work, FPWA currently employs a hybrid model. Employees are in-office twice per week and senior leadership is in-office three times per week. We observe a company-wide remote day on Fridays.  
• Work performed by this role is expected to happen in or near New York, NY given FPWA's work policies and practices. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment 

TO APPLY: PLEASE SUBMIT A COVER LETTER and RESUME via BambooHR.  

No phone calls or other inquiries please. 

FPWA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

FPWA is committed to employing people who reflect the diversity of our member agencies and the communities and people they serve. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.