HR - Intern HR Intern

Position Summary

Vancrest Health Care Centers is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our corporate HR team. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a college student interested in gaining hands‑on experience in human resources within the healthcare industry.

The HR Intern will work closely with the Director of Human Resources and recruiting team, assisting with a variety of projects involving recruitment, employee retention, employee engagement, HR analytics, and general HR operations.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful professional experience while allowing the student to contribute to initiatives that support our employees and facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

• Assist with recruitment activities, including job posting reviews, applicant tracking, and recruiting research.
• Support the coordination of job fairs, recruiting events, and college outreach initiatives.
• Research potential recruiting sources and strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Assist with tracking recruiting metrics and preparing reports.

Employee Retention and Engagement

• Assist with the development, distribution, and analysis of employee surveys.
• Support employee retention initiatives, including new hire surveys and stay interviews.
• Review employee feedback and identify opportunities to improve employee satisfaction.
• Assist with employee recognition and engagement initiatives.

HR Analytics and Special Projects

• Assist with maintaining HR dashboards, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Analyze employee turnover, retention, and recruiting trends.
• Help develop presentations and reports for HR leadership.
• Participate in special projects focused on improving HR processes and employee experiences.

General Human Resources Support

• Assist with reviewing and updating HR policies, procedures, and job descriptions.
• Support employee onboarding and training initiatives.
• Help organize HR documents and maintain accurate records.
• Perform additional HR-related duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Previous HR experience is not required.

What You Will Gain

• Hands‑on experience working with a corporate human resources department supporting multiple healthcare facilities.
• Exposure to recruiting, employee relations, employee retention, HR compliance, and workforce analytics.
• Opportunities to participate in meaningful HR projects and initiatives.
• Experience working directly with HR leadership and professionals.
• Professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
• Potential eligibility for college internship credit, subject to school approval.

Internship Details

This is a paid, part‑time internship with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments. The anticipated duration is approximately 12-16 weeks, with the possibility of extension based on business needs and student availability.

Vancrest is willing to coordinate with colleges and universities to support academic internship requirements when applicable.

About Vancrest

Vancrest Health Care Centers is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing quality care and services to the residents and communities we serve. Our success depends on our employees, and our Human Resources team plays an important role in recruiting, developing, and supporting our workforce.

Vancrest Health Care Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.