Human Resources Intern

Human Resources Intern

Location:

Chicago, IL

Department:
Human Resources

Reports to:

Director Human Resources

Classification:
Non-Exempt

Schedule:

Temporary 8/2026–12/2026

Job

Number of openings: 1

We are seeking a Human Resources Intern to support the daily operations of the Human Resources department. The intern will assist with administrative tasks related to onboarding, benefits, compliance, and employee records. This internship provides hands‑on experience in HR within a small school environment and the opportunity to work with an experienced professional.

• Assist with assembling, organizing and maintaining employee personnel files and onboarding packets.
• Support the onboarding process by preparing new hire documentation, conducting file audits, and assisting with orientation materials.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employee laws by maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Assist with benefits administration, including data entry, tracking enrollments, and responding to employee benefit inquiries.
• Support HR with employee communications, policy updates, and general correspondence.
• Provide general administrative support such as filing, scanning and organizing HR documents.
• Support the development of a centralized human resources process by creating workflows, FAQs, forms, and “how-to” guidance.
• Provide support to the human resources department as needed.

• Currently enrolled or pursuing a degree in human resources, business administration or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of coursework completed.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team environment.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Availability to work 15–20 hours per week.

$20–22 per hour, depending on experience

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive compensation benchmarked against like schools
• Tuition assistance opportunities for continuing education
• Paid holidays, accrued vacation, paid time off
• Professional Development and Adult Faith Formation
• Free on‑site parking and on‑site fitness center
• And many more!

Cristo Rey provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ethnicity, ancestry, military status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable law.