Intern, Human Resources (Summer 2026) at WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Vienna, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

12.77

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Confidentiality, Microsoft Office, Work Ethic, Positive Attitude, Professional Demeanor, Teamwork, Writing Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Customer Service, Research Skills, Project Management Skills

Industry

Performing Arts

Description

Job Details Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA 22182 Position Type: Intern/Apprentice Job Category: Human Resources APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will not be considered after March 1. You must complete your application within three days of starting it for it to be processed. EXPECTED DURATION: 12 weeks (full-time; 35 hours/week) PAY RATE: $12.77/hour LOCATION: We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. If applicant cannot be onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, an onsite schedule should be discussed if contacted for an interview. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Human Resources Intern provides a diverse range of benefits, recruiting, and training support for approximately 125 employees and 400 seasonal/variable staff. Create and submit job requisitions and post open positions on internal and external job boards Prepare offer letters, initiate onboarding and background checks Assist with new hire orientations, staff trainings, and policy development Assist in benefit plan renewals and Open Enrollment Make recommendations and updates to the staff intranet Research and analyze best practices in Human Resources; recommend and develop new programs to meet departmental objectives Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team as needed Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Ability and have the integrity to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Excellent work ethic, positive attitude and professional demeanor Ability to work independently and as part of a team Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills Outstanding organizational, customer service, research and project management skills Course of study or prior internship experience in Human Resources preferred For additional information, contact internships@wolftrap.org with questions. Qualifications PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY: Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study) Graduate students Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school) Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required) Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.) Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

Responsibilities

The Human Resources Intern provides support in benefits, recruiting, and training for approximately 125 employees and 400 seasonal staff. Responsibilities include creating job requisitions, preparing offer letters, assisting with onboarding, and researching best practices in Human Resources.