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Human Resources Generalist Intern
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Our team's digital inventiveness and mobile location expertise creates brand stories that produce results. We are seasoned professionals who have worked in marketing, technology, mobile, and beyond. Our skills include Micro-fencing, mobile strategy, data analytics, and more.
What You’ll Learn & Support
Employee Lifecycle
- Shadow onboarding and offboarding processes.
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding documentation and welcome materials.
- Learn how employee records are maintained.
- Support HR documentation updates.
HR Communications & Employee Engagement
- Assist with internal HR communications.
- Assist with people-related external communications.
- Draft recognition announcements and engagement communications.
- Support company events and team-building activities.
- Assist with employee engagement activities.
HR Administration
- Organize HR files and templates.
- Support policy and procedure documentation.
- Assist with HR checklists and process maps.
- Conduct HR research and benchmarking.
HR Projects
- Support special HR initiatives.
- Research HR trends and best practices.
- Assist with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development.
- Participate in cross-functional HR projects.
- Learn how HR technology, workflow automation, and AI-enabled tools support modern Human Resources operations and employee experiences.
Cross-Training Experience
As part of Digital Factory's Human Resources Internship Program, interns have opportunities to collaborate across People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and People Analytics through job shadowing, cross-functional projects, and shared learning experiences.
This cross-functional approach provides interns with a comprehensive understanding of the employee lifecycle while building foundational knowledge across core Human Resources disciplines. In addition to developing specialized expertise within their primary internship track, interns gain broader exposure to strategic HR practices, helping them build a well-rounded foundation for future careers in Human Resources.
What You Bring
- Current enrollment in or recent graduate of a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, Management, Communications, or a related field.
- Previous campus leadership, volunteer, internship, or project experience.
- Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources, People Operations, Employee Relations, Human Resources Business Partnership, or Human Resources Generalist functions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
Desired Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Interest in Human Resources and People Operations
- Interest in Social Media, Branding, and Communications
- Curiosity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world exposure to core Human Resources operations and the employee lifecycle.
- Experience supporting onboarding, offboarding, employee engagement, and HR communications.
- Practical understanding of HR documentation, compliance fundamentals, and People Operations.
- Insight into how Human Resources partners with leaders and employees across the organization.
- Direct mentorship and exposure to senior Human Resources leadership, including the Chief People & Culture Officer.
- Meaningful, résumé-building project experience across multiple Human Resources disciplines.
Commitment & Dates
- Up to 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule
- Duration: 6–9 months, with the potential for extension based on learning goals and project needs.
Compensation & Internship Status
- This is an unpaid educational internship intended to provide structured learning, professional development, and practical experience.
- Participants should not expect wages or other compensation for participation in this educational internship.
- Eligible students may receive academic credit through their educational institution, where applicable.
- Upon successful completion of the internship, participants will receive a Certificate of Internship Completion recognizing their participation and learning achievements.
- Completion of the internship does not guarantee future employment with Digital Factory Technologies.
At Digital Factory, we’re committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Factory believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.