McFarland Emerging Leaders Human Resources Intern
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Mcfarland City
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McFarland Emerging Leaders Human Resources Intern
Mcfarland City
Posted 3 months ago
Internship
City of McFarland, California
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The intern will support daily HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, and the maintenance of confidential employee records. They will also provide general administrative support and shadow staff to learn municipal HR functions.
Qualifications
You are currently pursuing or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. You possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Microsoft Office
Job Description
Human Resources Intern (Part-Time) – City of McFarland
Salary: $16.90/hour
Schedule: 20–25 hours per week
Duration: 12–16 weeks
Application Period
· Opens: May 4th, 2026
· Priority Review: May 15th, 2026
· Final Deadline: May 22nd, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Position Summary
The City of McFarland is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to support daily operations within the Human Resources Department. This internship provides hands-on experience in municipal HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, and general administrative processes that support effective workforce operations.
This opportunity is open to both current students and recent graduates, including individuals seeking post-college or graduate-level internship experience in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with organizing and maintaining employee and HR records in accordance with confidentiality standards
- Support recruitment and onboarding processes, including data entry, scheduling, and document preparation
- Assist with tracking employee information, trainings, and HR-related documentation
- Shadow Human Resources staff to gain exposure to municipal HR operations and public sector administration
- Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources Department as needed, including filing, correspondence, and special projects
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated (within the past 12 months) from, an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
GPA:
- Minimum 3.0
Residency:
- Must reside in Kern County
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to provide transcripts (official or unofficial) verifying academic status
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated (within the past 12 months) from, an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
GPA:
- Minimum 3.0
Residency:
- Must reside in Kern County
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to provide transcripts (official or unofficial) verifying academic status
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred
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