Human Resources Intern

The Human Resources Intern at South Jersey Industries will participate in projects and assignments that support the company’s goal of fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can bring their whole selves to work. This intern will help to advocate for and foster a culture of inclusion by supporting programming and employee resource group activities among other special projects. The intern will also gain valuable leadership and program management experience across multiple functional disciplines such as; Human Resource Business Partnership, Employee Relations and other functions as assigned. This internship provides the opportunity for the student to gain broad experience in Human Resources. As part of the comprehensive internship program, interns will participate in events which help them build a strong network within the SJI community and with fellow interns. Interns enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment throughout this 11-week summer program. 

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a champion for inclusion and belonging among South Jersey Industries team members, stakeholders, and customers
• Support the administration and implementation of projects, programs, and initiatives that advance the company’s diversity and inclusion strategy
• Assist in the creation and facilitation of training programs across multiple functional areas of Human Resources
• Compile benchmark research, trends, and survey data for analysis, summarize results, and track progress of initiatives. 
• Collaborate with Human Resources function on a wide variety of HR Initiatives 
• Perform administrative tasks for the Human Resources team as needed.
• Prepare and collaborate on a cross-functional internship project with the opportunity to present to the SJI Executive Leadership Team
• Regular meetings with assigned mentor and various organizational leaders to discuss goals and professional development

Required Skills:

• A “can-do” attitude, with a desire to learn and develop
• Innovative and critical thinking abilities, with the comfort to challenge the status quo and push for change
• Strong emotional intelligence, with a sensitivity to social justice issues and intersectionality
• Effective relationship building skills with outstanding communication and public speaking skills
• Proven cultural competency and advocacy capabilities
• Availability to work a hybrid schedule based out of Folsom, NJ, Monday through Friday during daytime business hours

Preferred Skills: 

• Talented with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with data analysis, with intermediate data analytics abilities using Excel or a closely related spreadsheet software
• Leadership experience

Required Background: 

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Resources, or a closely related field, with a graduation date of Fall 2025 or later
• The ideal candidate would be a rising Junior, Senior or Master’s student, however all students are welcome for consideration
• Volunteer work, project work, club involvement, or prior internship or work experience involving diversity and inclusion, ESG, social justice, allyship, advocacy, or a closely related function