Summer 2027 Intern, Human Resources

About the Role

As an HR Intern, you’ll work closely with the HR and Employee Experience team to support day-to-day operations and key people initiatives across the organization. You’ll assist in maintaining employee records, screening resumes, managing job postings, and supporting the recruitment and onboarding process. This role offers hands-on exposure to core HR functions, including data management, policy implementation, and internal communications, helping you build a strong foundation in human resources while contributing to a positive employee experience. As part of the Athena team, you’ll contribute to high-impact HR initiatives and collaborate with professionals across departments. You’ll receive guidance from experienced mentors while gaining practical experience in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Success in this role means delivering high-quality, timely support with attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership over your work. About the Program The Athena internship program immerses interns in a collaborative, cross-functional environment where they work closely with teams across creative, marketing, events, operations, and data analytics, gaining exposure to how departments align to bring projects to life. Our Capstone Project allows interns to collaborate and contribute to real-world initiatives by presenting their proposal to internal stakeholders. Interns are mentored through weekly managerial check-ins and executive support. Athena fosters a culture of support, curiosity, connection, and inclusivity, which allows interns to shine.

What you’ll be responsible for

Assist with recruitment and selection activities, including job postings, resume screening, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks. Support the onboarding process for new hires by preparing new hire paperwork, conducting orientations, and coordinating training sessions. Provide support for employee relations activities, including maintaining employee files, dr