Human Resources Intern (Unpaid)

Lutheran Social Service

Posted about 11 hours ago

Internship

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will support the HR department with recruitment, onboarding, and general administrative tasks. They will also be responsible for maintaining HR documents and records in compliance with organizational policies.

We're looking for an enthusiastic Human Resources Intern to join our mission-driven team. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and have a high school diploma or GED. This role offers hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Human resources

Recruitment

Onboarding

Administrative support

Record-keeping

Documentation

Collaboration

Communication

Integrity

Accountability

Job Description

Join a Mission-Driven Team

LSS is excited to offer an opportunity for a Human Resources Intern to gain practical, hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization.

 As part of a team dedicated to supporting children, families, and communities, this role is designed to help you build foundational HR skills while contributing to meaningful, impactful work.

STATUS: PRN (based on availability)

HOURS: Flexible; Monday–Friday between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Summer 2026

SALARY: Unpaid

LOCATION: In-person, Sioux Falls, SD


BENEFITS: LSS is committed to supporting growth and development through meaningful learning opportunities:

  • Hands-on training, mentorship, and career development experience
  • Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (if applicable)

Who You Are

This role is ideal for a student or emerging professional interested in Human Resources who is seeking hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization.

  • You are enthusiastic about learning and growing within the field of Human Resources
  • You are eager to participate, contribute, and gain real-world experience
  • You demonstrate integrity and accountability
  • You are seeking mentorship and practical, hands-on exposure

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Learn

  • How to post job openings and support recruitment and onboarding processes
  • Gain experience providing general administrative support to the HR department
  • Learn how to build, update, and maintain HR documents and records
  • Develop skills in record-keeping and documentation in alignment with LSS policies and values
  • Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic human services environment
  • Learn how to collaborate with team members to support organizational initiatives
  • Access to a robust online learning platform with self-guided courses to support your professional growth and development

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED, is required.
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, is required.
  • Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes. 

LSS Expectations & Core Values

At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – 
We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – 
We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – 
We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – 
We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

If you need accommodations filling out the application, please fill out the following form listing what accommodations are needed at LSS will address comments, questions or concerns.

Lutheran Social Service

LSS of SD is a statewide, multi-service non-profit human ministry organization. Serving the state since 1920, LSS’s vision is that all people in South Dakota will be healthy, safe and accepted. At the heart of this vision is community collaboration, prevention and a continuum of 18 service lines dedicated to strengthening families and keeping children in their homes and communities. LSS believes, and studies show, that when individuals are part of a strong, stable family, whether that is a traditional family or more unstructured natural supports, they are more likely to be successful—and this is woven into their mission throughout each service line. Their wide range of services—including affordable and accessible mental health counseling, pregnancy counseling and adoption services, financial guidance, family stabilization programming, youth mentoring, residential services for children and youth, and alternatives to juvenile detention—enable a holistic approach to care and collaboration among service lines to best meet needs tailored to each individual, family and community. We proudly serve people of all ages, faiths, races, and economic statuses, offering professional, confidential, and affordable services. LSS is active in various cohorts at both regional and national levels, staying at the cutting edge of best practices and innovative approaches in human services. Our services are licensed by the State of South Dakota and accredited by the Council on Accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and accountability in all that we do.

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