Human Resources Intern

Blue Ridge Risk Partners is looking for a Human Resources Intern for our 2025 Summer Internship Program!

Blue Ridge Risk Partners is committed to providing interns with a challenging work experience that includes opportunities to contribute and collaborate on real work projects and an opportunity to learn and gain practical real world work experience in their chosen field of study or work. It will leave you prepared for life after school as a leader, problem-solver, and critical thinker in with real-world experiences.

Job Summary:

The overall objective of the Human Resources & Benefits Intern is to provide quality HR compliance and administrative support to the Human Resources and Employee Benefits Departments. This position requires attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a desire to learn and understand the fundamental principles of Human Resources, Employee Engagement and Employee Benefits. The Human Resources & Benefits Intern will receive hands-on exposure within recruiting and onboarding, employee engagement, employee benefits, and Life/Health Insurance markets. The Human Resources & Benefits Intern performs the essential functions of the position noted below, while meeting the quality and service standards developed by the agency.

Essential Functions:

• Participates in recruitment activities including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, conducting prescreens, observing interviews, and participating in onboarding new employees.
• Updating internal databases with employee information and assisting with off-boarding efforts through exit interviews and record updates.
• Aids in the research and development of the Employee Handbook and other agency policies and procedures.
• Routinely reports change in industry trends and/or state and federal employment legislation. Will be required to research specific guidelines and regulations pertaining to employment law.
• Assists with the administration of all employee benefits programs such as retirement plans through plan audits, data entry and fielding general questions.
• Conduct audits of data and other HR programs as needed.
• Aid in drafting employee communications concerning benefits and policy and procedural changes.
• Works with the Account Manager & Client Relationship Manager to ensure proper coverage and pricing that meets the client’s needs.
• Creates Open Enrollment Materials.
• Processes account transactions as needed assuring that all items are handled in a timely manner, are accurate and reflect the established agency procedures. This includes, but is not limited to certificates and ID card, proposals, schedules, and summaries of insurance, enrollment, changes, and terminations of client employees
• Manages cancellation processes according to agency standards, addressing both carrier and client request as received and advising the Account Manager.
• Conduct research on the Microsoft Suite add-on applications.
• Work alongside Employee Engagement to assist with the creation of a cultural event calendar
• Together with current culture leaders, troubleshoot and make modifications to the existing cultural ambassador program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, to explain policies and procedures, to receive and interpret complex information, and respond appropriately.
• Ability to understand written and oral communication and interpret abstract information.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Confident, self-starter who works well independently.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and multi-task.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Student interns must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field or at least two years of work towards a degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Working knowledge of U.S. labor laws and familiarity with HRIS software is advantageous.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  

Blue Ridge Risk Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.