Intern, Digital Transformation

SUMMARY    SHRM’s paid internship program enables students to participate in valuable real-world work experience through various tailored assignments within their areas of interest and fields of study. Students will be tasked with different team-specific projects, and tasks, and participate in professional development projects and events to prepare them for their future careers. This role is responsible for providing support in the way of project management, change management, and communications.  The intern will be providing support to ongoing technology transformation projects. Specific responsibilities may include drafting reports, communications, and project plans.   This is a paid internship starting at $20.00/Hour.   This is a 10-week, summer internship from June 3, 2025 - August 7, 2025.    Responsibilities:  Report Preparation:  Collect, analyze, and synthesize data to develop comprehensive and visually engaging reports.  Design dashboards, charts, and presentations to communicate key findings and insights effectively.  Support in tracking and reporting on project progress, key performance indicators (KPIs), and milestones.  Communications Development:  Draft clear, concise, and professional internal and external communications related to project updates, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement.  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure communication materials align with project goals and organizational standards.  Assist in creating user-friendly guides, FAQs, and other supporting materials for project stakeholders.  Project Planning and Support:  Assist in developing and maintaining detailed project plans, timelines, and task trackers.  Support project coordination activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting action items.  Identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints, and escalate them as needed to project leads.  Stakeholder Engagement:  Support in managing stakeholder communications by gathering feedback, documenting requirements, and addressing questions.  Participate in workshops, brainstorming sessions, and team meetings to contribute ideas and insights.    Education & Experience Requirements  Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Technology, or Industrial-Organizational Psychology.   0-3 years of relevant work experience    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities  Communication Skills:  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences.  Demonstrated ability to develop structured, professional, and visually appealing deliverables.   Professional demeanor   Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment  Organizational and Planning Skills:  Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.  Strong organizational skills with a focus on meeting deadlines and ensuring quality.  Interpersonal and Collaboration Skills:  Team player with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.  Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.  Ability and willingness to follow directions    Problem-Solving and Adaptability:  Critical thinker with the ability to identify problems, propose solutions, and adapt to evolving priorities.  Open to feedback and eager to refine skills through hands-on experience.  High levels of commitment and initiative  Comfortable working in a high-paced, demanding environment.  Technical and Analytical Skills:  Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  Ability to analyze data, draw insights, and present them in a clear and actionable format.  Familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus.  Additional Notes  Physical Requirements  Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations.  Work is generally done sitting, talking, hearing, and typing. Visual acuity to use a keyboard, prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribe, view a computer terminal; extensive reading.  Work environment  SHRM does operate under a hybrid work schedule and will require you to be in SHRM’s headquarters in Alexandria, VA on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. On Mondays and Fridays will be working remotely.  Work is regularly performed in a combination of office and conference settings and routinely uses standard office equipment.

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