General Internship Opportunities
Administration
The Administration Department oversees and maintains all aspects related to budget, billing, benefits, and organizational policy. The intern will have the opportunity to learn about a broad spectrum of finance and human resources issues within the context of a non-profit corporation.
Human Resources intern responsibilities: Research best-practices in HR policies as well as HR law - assist with a revamp of the employee handbook and benefits manual - assist in updating internal forms and new-hire packets - work with new hires to enroll them in company health insurance and to answer questions - work with the safety committee to develop, implement, and monitor an internal safety program - assist in updating and maintaining accurate employee records - discover ways to reward employees for exemplary performance.
Finance intern responsibilities: Assist in the creation of a comprehensive finance office policies manual - learn basic operations using QuickBooks accounting program - research problem invoices and account coding issues - assist with ongoing operational projections and the creation of internal reports - assist in compiling financial and attendance data for use in fundraising proposals, industry surveys, etc. - work with insurance agents to ensure we have cost-effective insurance providers and proper coverages. Other projects as assigned.
The ideal candidate is a business or finance major, or someone contemplating a career in non-profit administration. Multi-tasking and discretion are essential. Must be highly PC-literate and proficient in the MS Office suite. Experience with accounting software and database software is a plus.
