Fall 2024 Human Resources (HR) Undergraduate Internship
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in the fight against terrorism. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.
Under the overall guidance of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and the DEI Manager, the Human Resources (HR) Intern will be responsible for providing day to day administrative support to the human resource team. This will include providing project support in one or more specialties across benefits, compensation, recruitment, employee relations, and learning and development. The incumbent will gain hands-on HRIS system experience and conduct research on a variety of HR related topics.
Note: This internship is in-person at our New York City office.
The HR intern will assist the CHRO, HR Generalists, DEI HR Manager, and other team members with the following responsibilities:
General administrative, and clerical work for the HR Department, including updating online files
Research and implement a project management tool for the HR Team
Serve as a primary resource in compiling data for an organization-wide compensation study
Research projects
Opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on Brennan Center program work
Assist in the upkeep of an online rewards and recognition program
Support other initiatives in culture as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have an interest in human resources and be someone who is an independent self-starter; detail-oriented; energetic; punctual; and highly organized. Interns must also have excellent, research, writing, and analytical skills. Experience with Outlook, Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. Must be open to evolving responsibilities.
The Brennan Center is committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We continuously work with our staff to find new ways to increase diversity and to build and cultivate an inclusive and equitable work environment, where everyone can be their true self and feel a strong sense of belonging. As such, we seek to hire interns who have a commitment to and/or experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This internship is only open to current undergraduate students.
Hours: Approximately 10 - 20 hours per week
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Duration: September – December 2024
Application Deadline: August 2nd, 2024
Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn’t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school’s program.
To Apply:
Please visit >>LINK HERE<< and upload (preferably in pdf) your (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) a list of contact details for three supervisor references. In your cover letter, please specify what interests you about this role.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested students to apply early, as the position will be filled once qualified candidates are found. No phone calls, please.
If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to: brennancenterjobs@nyu.edu with “Human Resources Fall Internship” in the subject line, after registering in the online system. Applying through our website is strongly preferred.
Note: The Brennan Center is committed to public health and to the safety and wellbeing of our colleagues and visitors. As such, we have adopted a policy requiring all employees working in the New York and Washington, DC offices to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including having a booster, or to meet the legal guidelines for an exemption.