What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2025 Human Resources (HR) Undergraduate Internship position at Brennan Center for Justice?
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in the fight against terrorism. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.
Under the overall guidance of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and the DEI Manager, the Human Resources (HR) Intern will be responsible for providing day to day administrative support to the human resource team. This will include providing project support in one or more specialties across benefits, compensation, recruitment, employee relations, and learning and development. The incumbent will gain hands-on HRIS system experience and conduct research on a variety of HR related topics.
Note: This internship is in-person at our New York City office.
The HR intern will assist the CHRO, HR Generalists, DEI HR Manager, and other team members with the following responsibilities:
General administrative, and clerical work for the HR Department, including updating online files
Support the implementation of project management tools for the HR Team
Serve as a primary resource in compiling data for HR team and organization-wide projects
Research projects
Attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on Brennan Center program work
Assist in the upkeep of an online rewards and recognition program
Support other initiatives in culture as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have an interest in human resources and be someone who is an independent self-starter; detail-oriented; energetic; punctual; and highly organized. Interns must also have excellent, research, writing, and analytical skills. Experience with Outlook, Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. Must be open to evolving responsibilities.
The Brennan Center is committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We continuously work with our staff to find new ways to increase diversity and to build and cultivate an inclusive and equitable work environment, where everyone can be their true self and feel a strong sense of belonging. As such, we seek to hire interns who have a commitment to and/or experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This internship is only open to current undergraduate students.
Hours: Monday – Friday (9:00am – 5:00pm EST)
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Duration: May 27th – August 5th (10 weeks)
Application Deadline: December 6, 2024
Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn’t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school’s program.
To Apply: Please visit >>LINK HERE<< and upload (preferably in pdf) your (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) a list of contact details for three references. In your cover letter, please specify what interests you about the Human Resources team and the Brennan Center.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested students to apply early, as the positions will be filled once qualified candidates are found. No phone calls, please.
If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to: brennancenterjobs@nyu.edu with “Human Resources Summer Internship” in the subject line, after registering in the online system. Applying through our website is strongly preferred.
Note: The Brennan Center is committed to public health and to the safety and wellbeing of our colleagues and visitors. As such, we have adopted a policy requiring all employees working in the New York and Washington, DC offices to be vaccinated against COVID-19, or to meet the legal guidelines for an exemption.
The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. To this end, Brennan Center
- Welcomes applicants with disabilities and applicants of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, socioeconomic identities, sexual orientations, and national origin or citizenship, including people who have been previously incarcerated;
- Hires diverse candidates and works to improve our recruitment practices to allow for such
- Creates a workplace where true diversity is fostered and different perspectives are valued and freely exchanged;
- Ensures that all members of the Brennan Center community feel welcome and respected, and have equal opportunities to thrive and advance within the institution; and
- Is committed to supporting low-income communities and communities of color particularly affected by social inequities.
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