Democracy International (DI) seeks an undergraduate/graduate student for a full-time, eight-week, paid ($17/Hour),Human Resources internship. We are seeking a self-motivated individual that is passionate and curious about Human Resources. The Human Resources Intern will be primarily responsible for providing administrative support in our Bethesda office and will be exposed to the core processes and oversight of Human Resources in general.We will only consider applicants who are based in the DMV area and willing to work a hybrid in-office/remote schedule.

　　Essential Job Duties:

　　Provide support to our home office Administration and Operations TeamMaintain HR and operations files on DI shared drive. Lead the scanning and transfer of files into the shared drive and ensure standard file naming across teamParticipate in the onboarding/off boarding and orientation process for home office employeesSupport DI recruitment and interview processContribute to development and implementation of staff learning opportunitiesSupport the maintenance of HR policies and manualsChampion on-going projects through research and collecting data. E.g. carry out research on HR laws, benefits and allowances for DI staff and other related topics as required.Support the creation of HR templates in OutlawSupport the organization of company training, professional development, and morale activities, including retreats, etc.Carry out other assigned duties.Qualifications:

　　Actively enrolled in a Human resource, Economics, Business degree program preferredCoursework/demonstrated interest in Human ResourcesAvailability to work 30-40 hours per week for 8 weeksStrong organizational and writing skillsEfficiency and attention to detailAbility to work in a small office with other staff members on multiple, simultaneous projectsComputer skills, including Word and ExcelAbility to execute on simultaneous projects with a sense of urgency and ease.Reporting:

　　This position reports to the Director of Administration.Environmental Conditions:

　　The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, printers, and moderate traffic).Ability to work in a confined office space/area.Ability to sit and/or stand at a computer desk for an extended period of time.Physical Requirements Required to Perform Essential Responsibilities:

　　While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to;

　　stand, sit; talk, hear, use of hands and fingers, and perform repetitive motions to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.Reach, stoop, or kneel, to adjust computer and/or telephone equipment.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.Hearing abilities required due to telephone.Light to moderate lifting is possible.Regular, predictable attendance is required.Democracy International is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its employment process for individuals with disabilities to meet any and all physical requirements of our jobs.

　　About the Organization:

　　DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, electi n-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 80+ countries.

　　DI welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and for DI employees. DI makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, or reproductive health decision-making. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at DI. To perform the essential functions of this position, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.