Human Resources Intern

JOB TITLE: Intern - Human Resources 

REPORTS TO: Sr. Director of HR

STATUS:  Intern- education credit - 20 hours (Approx.) 

CELL PHONE: N/A

DRIVER POSITION: No  

SALARY RANGE:  Unpaid Position

ABOUT US:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low-barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.

SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of nearly 100 employees.

SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity, and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that the inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.

Summary

SPY’s Internship program is a unique opportunity for current participants at our sights to gain real-world experience and knowledge within the Human Resources department at SPY. 

Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, hard-working, and creative. They will demonstrate a professional demeanor, work well with others, and have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Interns are expected to be able to commute to the various location SPY Locations in the Santa Monica and Los Angeles areas.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Provide valuable support in carrying out the day-to-day HR activities for the organization. 
• Maintain the accuracy of candidate applications, organize and screen CVs and resumes, manage job ads, and assist in the implementation of company policies.
• Files documents and answers client and employee inquiries.
• Quality checks on reports and sending documents for signatures (Adobe).
• Participate and help organize Career Days/Job Fairs and company social and networking events.
• Create surveys on staff satisfaction and benefits.
• Research projects around analytics and trends in the HR department.
• Able to demonstrate professional work ethic.
• Able to maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication.
• Perform other organizational duties.

Requirements

BACKGROUND YOU’LL NEED: 

• Ability to receive college credit
• Must be 18-24 years of age 
• Familiar with non-profit or homeless service industry a plus
• Willingness to work with folks of diverse experiences and backgrounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.
• Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: In an effort to stem the significant increase in COVID-19 positive tests as a result of the Delta variant, the State Health Officer has issued an order, which went into effect on August 9, 2021, requiring paid and unpaid workers of homeless services organizations to provide proof of vaccination and/or booster (if eligible for the booster shot) or participate in weekly COVID-19 testing if still not fully vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination to [email protected]. Failure to provide proof of vaccination will require the candidate to produce a negative test result within 72 hours of their first day of employment and commit to weekly testing. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, contact HR at [email protected]. Please be mindful that these accommodations are limited in nature. 

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law. 

Safe Place for Youth is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Please include references in your application.