Human Resources Intern

In-Person (Newton, MA)
2 days/week
Minimum 8 hours/week
Available Times:
Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Fridays between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
$500 stipend/semester (Starting July 1, 2026 with possible extension through end of year)

Each year, the Carroll Center for the Blind helps nearly 1,300 blind or visually impaired children, adults and senior citizens gain the skills they need to live active and fulfilling lives. Our Newton campus houses our rehabilitation program, computer training classes, low vision store, and administrative offices. A large portion of our programs are services conducted in public schools, students’ homes, and their communities.

We are seeking a dynamic, motivated, and hard-working intern to work closely with our HR team on day-to-day operations and various projects,
exposing this individual to many components of HR duties. As an HR Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working on a variety of HR and
Project Management related assignments and initiatives, such as supporting our employee recognition programs, streamlining the documentation
retention process, and recruitment. You will also learn how each facet contributes to the organization as a whole and, therefore, drives our mission
to help our clients achieve independence.

• Assist with the research, preparation, and communication involved with employee recognition events and celebrations.
• Conduct audits of personnel files, employment documentation, required trainings, and other compliance-related items.
• Support the automation of processes for existing HR department processes.
• Opportunity to observe and/or participate in the recruitment process, including running background checks and conducting reference calls.
• Update sections of the HR Manual for HR department reference and use.
• Assist in compiling HR metrics and preparing related reports.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team, including maintaining and organizing HR files and records.
• Prepare new hire welcome packages and employee badges.
• Assist in advancing accessibility within the HR department to better serve both employees and clients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Human Resources, Business, or Business Administration.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Suite required.
• Strong organizational skills, demonstrated ability to respect confidential and sensitive information, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively with a team and independently.
• Detail-oriented.
• Experience with Google Documents and Google Sheets preferred.
• Interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the application form (linked below). Should you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please email hr , and we will be happy to assist you.

The Carroll Center for the Blind is a private, non-profit agency located in Newton, Massachusetts that serves persons of All Ages and All Stages of Vision Loss. We are close to Boston, Cambridge, Wellesley, Watertown, Waltham, Allston/Brighton, and on public transit routes.

The Carroll Center for the Blind (CCB) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and always fosters acceptance for everyone. We offer fair opportunities to all qualified persons in recruitment and selection, employment, compensation and benefits, professional development and training, transfers, promotions, social activities, and the use of CCB’s facilities. CCB welcomes all qualified applicants and ensures that everyone will receive equal consideration for employment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, military, or veteran status, political or union affiliation, or any other categories protected by Federal or State law.

The CCB culture embraces both the law and a work environment that is safe, positive, diverse, inclusive, and equitable. Our mission and impact shines brightly on all.