Freedom House, founded in 1941, is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that supports the expansion of freedom in the world. Freedom House serves as a catalyst for freedom through its analysis, advocacy, and action.
Freedom House currently seeks an Intern to support our Human Resources and Administration department. Under the supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Intern will assist in daily human resources and administrative functions. He/she will be given additional tasks related to other aspects of operations. Duties of the Intern include but are not limited to:
• Maintain the human resources email account.
• Assist in all HR clerical functions including photocopying, correspondence, filing, and maintaining records.
• Update and maintain individual personnel files, position history records, and other information in accordance with procedures.
• Assemble orientation packets for new full-time employees and interns and ensure updated information is included in all packets.
• Other related tasks as required.
Ideal candidates will currently be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and will have the following knowledge, experience, and skills:
• Basic understanding and knowledge of Human Resources processes.
• Ability to follow oral and written communications, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Sensitivity and awareness of needs of other team members.
• Creativity, flexibility, and ability to solve problems.
• Proficiency with MS Office programs and office machines required.
This will be a part-time internship.
Please send cover letter and resume by email or fax to:
Jeffrey Mosser
Director of Human Resources and Administration
humanresources@freedomhouse.org
Fax: (202) 822-3893
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume. If any candidate does not have all required information, he or she will not be considered. Candidates are also requested to state where they viewed the job advertisement in their applications.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls, please.
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- Location: Dupont Circle
- This is at a non-profit organization.
- This is an internship job
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