HR Professional Support | Volunteer Internship

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About Giving Forward
Giving Forward generates revenue for other nonprofits via unconventional channels including cause marketing, publishing, volunteerism marketplaces, virtual events, promotions (contests and sweepstakes), NFTs, and commerce. Giving Forward supports US-Based 501c3s of all sizes, across every major cause category. The Human Resources Intern will support the HR General Management team in enhancing Giving Forward’s brand and online presence through strategic planning and best practices. In spring 2022, the internship will focus on: expanding Giving Forward’s capacity on project management; engaging with internship inquiries on Giving Forward's presence on Handshake, WayUp, and LinkedIn; and assisting with developing and executing HR components for our annual Sweeps for a Cause celebration and other special events. Our commitment is to train the intern on several aspects of organizational design and recruitment goals. We are looking for interns with entrepreneurial skills with the opportunity to gain tangible, transferable skills in developing organizational strategy, executing HR initiatives, supporting and/ or managing projects, and assisting with additional HR initiatives.

Position Description
Our HR and General Management interns help manage the other interns and their projects, interviewing, and outreach with educational institutions that offer interns who are seeking to develop their HR skills. Giving forward is looking for individuals to be part of a growing team. The following is the description:

• Screen resumes and message potential candidates
• Track progress, priorities, and deadlines of various projects
• Handle client requests and deliver quality solutions if able, or escalate the request to a more senior team member
• Assist in developing and coordinating program-related meetings, events and activities.
• Organizational design
• Assist with developing position descriptions, interview training, and recruitment strategies

Internships are remote. We do have a NYC office, but don't anticipate heavy use.
Number of positions available: 10+

To be successful interns, at a minimum, must have experience in task management, research, writing, and communications.

Requirements
Most important requirement is intelligence combined with an interest in supporting nonprofits of all types. It's even better when you enjoy working on a team and taking on extra responsibility.

• High Degree of Motivation and Creativity
• Commitment to 10-15 hours per week with ability to meet weekly for Individual check-ins
• Work well independently in a project-focused and small team centric environment.
• Proficiency using Google software (e.g., Gmail, Google Drive, Chat, Meet, etc.)
• Excellent oral and written skills with ability to communicate professionally
• Deadline driven focused with sharp organization, coordination and multi-tasking skills

Education Requirements
Junior, Senior or Graduate student enrolled in a degree -seeking program with a focus on human resources, social impact, non profit management, public administration, and public affairs.