What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Human Resources position at Denali Therapeutics Inc?
Neurodegenerative diseases are one of the largest medical challenges of our time. Denali Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies for neurodegenerative diseases through our deep commitment to degeneration biology and principles of translational medicine. Denali is founded on the collaboration of leading scientists, industry experts, and investors who share the vision that scientific discovery energetically applied to translational medicine is the key to delivering effective therapies to patients.
We invite you to consider an opportunity with Denali to help achieve our goal of delivering meaningful therapeutics to patients.
The Opportunity
Denali is seeking a detail-oriented and creative HR Intern to join our Human Resources team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in compliance and communication projects, contributing to the development and enhancement of critical HR processes.
Key Accountabilities/Core Job Responsibilities:
Compliance Project: Building Job Descriptions
Collaborate with HR Business Partners and people leaders to gather role-specific details and requirements.
Draft job descriptions using Denali standard template to ensure consistency and clarity.
Maintain an organized repository for job description documentation within HRIS system (Workday)
Communication Project: Enhancing HR Communications
Assist in developing strategies to improve internal and external HR communication efforts including use of AI.
Develop engaging content for internal HR updates and announcements, leveraging existing company communication platforms such as the intranet, SharePoint, and digital display screens.
Accurate and timely recording of work time by clocking in and out using designated timekeeping systems. Adherence to company timekeeping policies, including rules regarding overtime, meal breaks, and reporting procedures for any discrepancies.
Qualifications/Skills:
Currently pursuing a BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Energetic, and self-motivated with ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
Experience with content creation and social media management.
What You Will Gain:
Practical experience in HR compliance and communication strategies.
Exposure to organizational HR functions and collaboration with professionals.
Development of project management, analytical, and creative skills.
Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the organization.
Job Facts:
Start Date: Summer 2025
Length of Assignment: 10 - 12 weeks
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Paid Internship
The expected wage for this position based on the South San Francisco California office location for BA/BS is $22.11 per hour. Paid holiday time off is based on Denali's designated holidays. Interns who live more than 50 miles away from the office are eligible for an additional housing stipend.
This compensation and benefits information is based on Denali’s good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.
Denali is committed to its core company value of unity by creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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