Human Resources Intern

Position Title: Human Resources Intern

Hours: Part-time unpaid internship, approximately 15 hours per week

Location: Hybrid opportunity. The intern may work remotely up to half the time, with in-person work at either our Brighton, MA or Fort Point office locations .

Duration: 2027 Winter/Spring Internship. January 2027 to May 2027 About Economic Mobility Pathways ( EMPath ) Economic Mobility Pathways ( EMPath ) is a 200-year-old Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same. As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

EMPath is seeking a Human Resources Intern to join our People & Culture team. This part-time internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across recruitment, learning and development, employee engagement, benefits, HR systems, and special projects.

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in learning not only the administrative side of Human Resources , but also how a People & Culture department evolves from primarily managing HR processes to helping shape employee experience, strengthen workplace culture, develop leaders, and support organizational growth .

The intern will work alongside the People & Culture team on both day-to-day HR activities and specific projects, gaining exposure to the full range of People & Culture work while producing meaningful work that will be used across the organization.

Areas of Opportunity to Support:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Assist with resume review and initial candidate screening.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications.
• Maintain candidate tracking and recruitment records throughout the hiring process.
• Post and update job openings on appropriate job boards.
• Support onboarding and orientation logistics for new employees.
• Assist with maintaining and updating onboarding materials.

Learning, Performance & Employee Engagement

• Maintain and coordinate the organization-wide training schedule, including scheduling sessions, tracking participation, and supporting training logistics.
• Support Culture Amp maintenance, including employee information, performance management processes, surveys, and other system updates.
• Help coordinate employee training and engagement activities.
• Participate in employee committee meetings and support committee initiatives.
• Develop and distribute monthly employee wellness communications highlighting resources, activities, and relevant wellness topics.

Benefits & HR Resources

• Support a major project to update EMPath’s Employee Benefits Guide, including organizing benefit information, updating resources and links, and helping create an easy-to-use resource for employees.
• Review and update HR resources, forms, and employee-facing materials.
• Assist with organizing benefits and wellness information so employees can more easily access available resources.

HR Operations & Special Projects

• Assist with day-to-day People & Culture operations and administrative support.
• Help maintain employee records and ensure documentation is accurate, organized, and confidential.
• Assist with gathering and tracking HR data and preparing reports.
• Participate in efficiency projects focused on improving HR processes, reducing manual work, and making employee resources easier to access.
• Research HR practices and tools to support improvements in recruitment, employee experience, and People & Culture operations.
• Participate in additional People & Culture projects based on organizational priorities.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and follow-up items.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams ; experience with HR systems or databases is a plus but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills .
• Interest in human resources, organizational development, or nonprofit management.
• Comfort learning and working in new technology platforms.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn.

Why EMPath ?

• Meaningful Work: Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to disrupting poverty and empowering families.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable, real-world experience in non-profit communications and public relations.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork, and shared learning.

Though this is an unpaid internship, it offers meaningful opportunities to apply communications and public relations knowledge, develop skills, and gain hands-on nonprofit experience. Eligible students may earn college credit through their academic institution . Upon successful completion, interns will receive a personalized letter of recommendation highlighting their contributions and professional growth.

Hours: Part-time internship, approximately 15 hours per week

Location: Hybrid opportunity. The intern may work remotely up to half the time, with in-person work at either our Brighton, MA or Fort Point office locations .

EMPath is committed to recruiting, hiring, and sustaining a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexuality, age, disability, or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/ADEA employer based in Boston, Massachusetts.

All offers of employment at EMPath are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.