About this role
2026 College Student Summer Internship – Department of Human Resources
Position pays from: $16.75 - $18.00
Posted Until Filled
Internship Details - May 21, 2026 – July 29, 2026 (In-person)
General Description
The Department of Human Resources (HR) manages all aspects of employee lifecycle and organizational development, including recruitment, training, benefits administration, and policy compliance. The HR Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting daily HR operations, assisting team members with administrative tasks, and contributing to special projects that enhance departmental effectiveness. This internship provides valuable exposure to human resources practices in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The following duties represent typical responsibilities for this position and are not all-inclusive. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.
- Assist with recruitment activities, including job postings, resume review, and interview coordination.
- Support employee onboarding and training initiatives.
- Maintain and organize employee personnel files and HR records.
- Help prepare reports, spreadsheets, and presentations related to HR activities.
- Participate in projects aimed at improving HR processes and employee engagement.
- Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive employee information.
- Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks to support the HR team.
- Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions as appropriate.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
- Interest in human resources, business administration, or related fields.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the internship, the intern will:
- Gain practical experience in HR operations and administrative processes.
- Understand HR policies, procedures, and best practices in a professional environment.
- Develop communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
- Enhance knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, and employee training processes.
- Build a foundation for a career in human resources or organizational management.
Qualifications
Must be eighteen years of age or older
Authorized to work in the United States of America
Minimum overall GPA 3.0
Must attach College Transcript (NO screenshots will be accepted Unofficial Transcript IS acceptable)
2nd year and above college students
At least one semester remaining at the start of the internship
Ability to work independently and in group settings
Resume must be attached at time of application submission (no screenshots)
Preferred Major: Business Administration, Human Resources Management or Management, Organizational Management, Psychology
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Other facts
About City of Atlanta
The City of Atlanta remains a transportation hub, not just for the country but also for the world: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is one of the nations busiest in daily passenger flights. Direct flights to Europe, South America, and Asia have made metro Atlanta easily accessible to the more than 1,000 international businesses that operate here and the more than 50 countries that have representation in the city through consulates, trade offices, and chambers of commerce. The city has emerged as a banking center and is the world headquarters for 13 Fortune 500 companies.
Atlanta is the Capital city of the southeast, a city of the future with strong ties to its past. The old in new Atlanta is the soul of the city, the heritage that enhances the quality of life in a contemporary city. In the turbulent 60's, Atlanta was "the city too busy to hate." And today, in the 21st Century, Atlanta is the "city not too busy to care".
For more than four decades Atlanta has been linked to the civil rights movement. Civil Rights leaders moved forward, they were the visionaries who saw a new south, a new Atlanta. They believed in peace. They made monumental sacrifices for that peace. And because of them Atlanta became a fast-pace modern city which opened its doors to the 1996 Olympics.
Die-hard Southerners view Atlanta as the heart of the Old Confederacy; Atlanta has become the best example of the New South, a fast-paced modern city proud of its heritage.
In the past two decades Atlanta has experienced unprecedented growth -- the official city population remains steady, at about 420,000, but the metro population has grown in the past decade by nearly 40%, from 2.9 million to 4.1 million people. A good measure of this growth is the ever-changing downtown skyline, along with skyscrapers constructed in the Midtown, Buckhead, and outer perimeter (fringing I-285) business districts.
What you'll do
- The HR Intern will assist with recruitment activities, employee onboarding, and maintaining HR records. They will also help prepare reports and participate in projects to improve HR processes.
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