Intern, Human Resources-Benefits & Employee Relations (Spring 2025)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will not be considered after December 1. You must complete your application within three days of starting it for it to be processed.

EXPECTED DURATION: 12 weeks (part-time; up to 21 hours/week)

PAY RATE: $12.41/hour

LOCATION: We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. If applicant cannot be onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, an onsite schedule should be discussed if contacted for an interview.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Human Resources, Benefits & Employee Relations intern will work closely with the Human Resource Generalist and the Senior Director, Human Resources to support a diverse range of Human Resources and Benefits activities for approximately 100 employees and 550 seasonal/variable staff. Responsibilities may include assignments and special projects such as:

• Provide administrative support including employee records management, filing and archiving
• Background check administration
• Assist with orientations, onboarding process, policy development and staff event planning
• Participate in evaluation of current Human Resources processes and implementation of improvements to streamline and gain efficiency
• Assist with benefit plan renewals and Open Enrollment
• Make recommendations and updates to the staff intranet
• Draft standard position description language; update position description templates and format existing position descriptions
• Research and analyze best practices in Human Resources; assess current or proposed programs and initiatives against best practices; recommend and develop new programs to meet departmental objectives

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, customer service and project management skills
• Course of study or prior internship experience in Human Resources preferred

For additional information, contact internships@wolftrap.org with questions.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

• Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study)
• Graduate students
• Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school)
• Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program
• International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required)
• Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. 

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives.  We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside.  Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.