Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is hiring: HR Intern in Whittier

POSITION: HR Intern

SUPERVISOR: Talent & Culture Development Manager

STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt, Part-Time

PAY RANGE: $18.00 Hourly

LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK

The mission of the Food Bank is to mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community. To fulfill our mission, we source and acquire nutritious food and other products and distribute them to people experiencing nutrition insecurity through our partner agency network and directly through programs; energize the community to get involved and support hunger relief; and conduct hunger and nutrition education and awareness campaigns and advocate for public policies that benefit the people we serve. Food Bank employees are hired because of their unique skills, diverse perspective, and their commitment to our mission. This means that each of us, working together, will do all that we can to fulfill our vision that no one goes hungry in Los Angeles County. Our core values include: Respect, Stewardship & Accountability, Collaboration, Urgency, Service, Integrity and Diversity. Our organization is committed to maintaining a positive and engaging workplace for all employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The position of the HR Intern will be responsible for providing administrative support and performing a variety of Human Resources functions. These functions include preparing benefits enrollment packets, new hire orientation packets and other human resources forms, initial phone interviews for recruiting, and performing all other responsibilities as directed. Ensures all records, orientation programs, forms processing, and handling of confidential and time-sensitive documents are kept in line with policy and established practice. Reports to and receives supervision from the Talent & Culture Development Manager and works closely with the HR team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Recruiting, Hiring, and Onboarding: Handle staffing and recruiting requests by posting job ads, reviewing incoming resumes, assisting with interview scheduling, and working with the team to ensure prompt and timely closure of open jobs. Conduct initial phone interviews for recruiting. Assist with onboarding all new employees, including badge preparation and welcome kits.

Administrative and Record Management: Prepare benefits enrollment packets, new hire orientation packets, and other human resources forms. Assist with the maintenance of personnel files for current and terminated employees according to protocol. Work with the HR team to process insurance bills and service invoices, such as background checks and pre-employment physical exams.

Customer Service and Team Collaboration: Provide customer-centric, responsive, and accurate information to internal clients through phone, in-person, and email interactions. Emphasize the importance of building healthy teams and business relationships through empathy, respect, fairness, and adherence to applicable state and federal laws. May serve as a backup to the Front Desk Attendant, assisting with visitors and conference room reservation and/or setup as needed. Perform all other responsibilities as directed and additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of two years of college courses is required; an Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
• 1 year in the Human Resources field is preferred, including internship experience. Basic understanding of HR principles and best practices; coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Resourceful with strong analytical skills and a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work both collaboratively within a team and independently, demonstrating a service-oriented ethic.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable with the ability to handle challenging projects.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, strong emotional intelligence (EQ), and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in using and gaining knowledge of various computer software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google suite, and the internet.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience or interest in project management, including assisting with timelines and deliverables, is a plus.
• Valid CA Driver’s License and access to a reliable and insured vehicle. Required to travel within Los Angeles County. May be scheduled to work at either facility in Los Angeles, CA, or the City of Industry, CA. May need to commute between Food Bank facilities in Los Angeles, CA, or the City of Industry, CA
• Passion for the Food Bank’s mission and commitment to the seven values of the organization: respect, stewardship & accountability, collaboration, urgency, service, integrity, and diversity.

As a part of the Food Bank’s pre-employment screening process, all potential employees are subject to a Criminal Background Check.

In instances of a federal, state or locally declared emergency, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all of its employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties.

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is proud to be an “Equal Opportunity Employer.” Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Food Bank fosters an organizational culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and serve in a rapidly changing world. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.