Human Resource & Volunteer Intern

Internship Description: The HR & Volunteer Resources Intern may work on a wide variety of HR & Volunteer management projects. The Intern will receive real-world experience and work samples to build her/his professional portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring fresh ideas to the team and actively engage with the organization. The HR & Volunteer Resources Intern will gain knowledge of the importance of staff and volunteers in a non-profit organization along with a better understanding of non-profit administration day-to-day operations. This unpaid internship is for the Winter 2019 semester with a potential to extend to the Summer 2019 semester.

Department Functions:

          Volunteer Department Duties:

·        Research and strengthen the Recycling Program

·        Research and strengthen inclusivity goals in the Volunteer Program

·        Enter data and run reports in volunteer database

·        Write an article for the Bloomin’ News newsletter

·        Assist with volunteer schedules during the Butterflies Are Blooming exhibit

·        Assist with new volunteer orientations

·        Help with recruiting activities 

·        Assist with new hire orientations

·        Data entry

·        Contribute to the Enrichment Committee

·         Attend departmental meetings

·         Assist with implementation of new initiatives and projects            

·         Adhere to and enforce all Meijer Gardens’ policies, procedures, and guiding principles with a strong emphasis on professional behavior and the treatment of others with dignity and respect

·         Embrace the fact we are a non-profit institution that serves the public and that you will work with a broad and diverse group of associates, volunteers, and general public

·         Exhibit strong moral and ethical values

·         Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Education and/or Qualifications preferred:

·        Currently enrolled in college; Junior or Senior level preferred

·        Basic computer skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Acrobat

·        Strong customer service skills; confidence in communicating with diverse population

·        Ability to maintain confidential information

·        Ability to work 10 – 20 hours per week

·        Must complete background check and drug screen with acceptable results