Fall Intern - Human Resources - Employee Benefits and Wellness

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Fall Intern - Human Resources - Employee Benefits and Wellness Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Intern Number of Vacancies 1 Department HUMAN RESOURCES Division HUMAN RESOURCES Requisition Number 2026299 Number of hours worked per week Up to 30 Work Schedule

Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA (306 Cedar Road) Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade N/A Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$17.50/hourly

Job Description

Are you interested in learning how employee benefits and workplace wellness programs support a large public sector workforce? The City of Chesapeake is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Human Resources Intern to join the Employee Benefits and Wellness Division. This internship provides hands on experience in benefits administration, employee wellness initiatives, customer service, and human resources operations while working alongside experienced HR professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Promotion, or related fields.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist with employee benefits enrollment and administrative processes.
• Help organize and promote employee wellness programs, events, and challenges.
• Assist with preparing informational materials, presentations, and employee communications.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding to routine employee inquiries and directing questions to the appropriate staff.
• Help maintain confidential HR records and electronic files.
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and special projects.
• Support benefits and wellness staff with day to day administrative tasks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You'll Learn

During this internship, you'll gain experience with:

• Employee benefits administration
• Workplace wellness program planning
• Human Resources customer service
• HR information systems and records management
• Professional communication in a public sector environment
• Confidentiality and HR compliance

Required Qualifications

Must be a college student in good academic standing who is majoring in, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation), in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Sciences, Health Promotion, Communications, or a related field.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong customer service skills.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a junior, senior, or graduate student who is enrolled in an accredited college or university, or recently graduated (within one year of graduation).

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 06/26/2026 Job Close Date 07/05/2026 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants

Fall 2026 internships begin on or after August 17, 2026. The length of the internship may vary depending on the student's availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Hearing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Talking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration S = Seasonally Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Other - varies

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation