Posted:
3/9/2026, 12:15:56 AM
Location(s):
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia ⋅ New South Wales, Australia ⋅ Charlotte, North Carolina, United States ⋅ North Carolina, United States ⋅ Western Cape, South Africa
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
People & HR
Welcome to the City of Charlotte
Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.
Our guiding principles include:
Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
SUMMARY
The Human Resources Intern will participate in the City HR Internship Career Initiative, a structured, cross-functional internship led by Talent Acquisition. The intern will gain hands-on experience across multiple Human Resources functional areas while supporting HR projects, learning core HR processes, and developing professional skills. This internship would be a minimum of 20-25 hours per week for up to 10 weeks.
Key Responsibilities
Support Talent Acquisition with recruitment-related projects and administrative tasks
Observe the recruitment lifecycle and candidate experience
Assist with training materials, job aids, or learning content (ODL)
Support benefits communications and employee education initiatives
Assist with data organization, documentation, or job description reviews (Compensation)
Support policy documentation, research, or process mapping (Employee Relations)
Participate in cohort activities, check-ins, and professional development sessions
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college or university
Major or coursework in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, or a related field
Strong interest in Human Resources and public service
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
Our culture is to serve the community honorably.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email [email protected]
The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request, please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.
BENEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.
The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
Website: https://charlottenc.gov/
Headquarter Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Employee Count: 5001-10000
Year Founded: 1768
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Government ⋅ Non Profit