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What makes Stephen Gould Exceptional.Â
Founded through a passion for entrepreneurship, our success is due to the ingenuity and tenacity of our extraordinary teams, bringing people and ideas together. With Stephen Gould, everything is within reach including an exciting career opportunity. We want you to join our team and build on our incredible 80-years of excellence. Stephen Gould looks for people that want to design and develop exciting solutions for a variety of engaged and passionate clients across the global. With headquarters in Madison, New Jersey, 40 locations throughout the U.S and operations in six countries outside the U.S, we have grown tremendously while maintaining staying true to our 5 Principles:Â Stephen Gould - 5 Principals
Values and behaviors we look for:Â
- Be committed to delivering the best results as a team, recognize that decisions may differ from individual opinion, succeed as a group.
- Integrity and reliability show up every day in my work.
- Turn challenges into opportunities, be proactive and problem-solve earlyÂ
What will I do?
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our HR team for the upcoming internship cohort. This is an exciting opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on exposure to core HR functions while also collaborating with fellow interns on a high-visibility cohort project to be presented to executive leadership.
The HR Intern will support day-to-day HR operations, contribute to department initiatives, and develop professional skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for individuals pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Flexibility to work up to 40 hours a week- with 3 days from the HQ office in Madison, NJ
Talent Acquisition
- Shadow and assist with full-cycle recruiting activities including drafting job postings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews
- Assist with new hire onboarding logistics, including pre-employment documentation, background check coordination, and assigning training courses through the LMS
HRIS & Data Management
- Support day-to-day HRIS data entry, audits, and maintenance to ensure employee records are current, accurate, and compliant
- Assist with HRIS reporting and the generation of standard and ad hoc HR data reports for internal stakeholders
- Support system testing, workflow configuration, and user acceptance activities related to HRIS upgrades or new module implementations
- Partner with the HR team to identify data integrity issues and support process improvements within the HRIS platform
Digitization of Personnel Files
- Lead and support the scanning, indexing, and digitization of physical personnel files into the company’s electronic document management system
- Ensure document classification and naming conventions are applied consistently and in compliance with records retention policies
- Maintain confidentiality and data security standards throughout the digitization process, handling sensitive employee information with the utmost discretion
- Track and report progress of the digitization project, flagging any discrepancies or missing documentation to the HR team
General HR Support
- Assist in drafting HR communications, templates, and standard operating procedures
- Help coordinate employee engagement programs, and recognition initiatives
- Support benefits administration by responding to employee inquiries and preparing informational materials
- Conduct research and benchmarking on HR best practices, compensation trends, and industry standards
- Participate in HR department meetings and contribute ideas and observations from an intern perspective
Role Requirements
Education
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's degree program
- Preferred fields of study: Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or related discipline
- Must be able to work from the HQ office in Madison, NJ 3 days a week.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
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THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY STATES OR IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE(S) INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY JOB-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES REQUESTED BY ANY PERSON AUTHORIZED TO GIVE INSTRUCTIONS OR ASSIGNMENTS.
EEOC: Stephen Gould is an equal opportunity employerÂ
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