Human Resources Intern

Company Overview

Berkshire Residential Investments is a people-first real estate investment company who values not only the impact we make as a company, but the time we spend together in our high-performing teams. We value individual skills and perspectives to allow us to best serve our employees, investors, residents, and other stakeholders.

Why join us

At Berkshire, we believe in cultivating future leaders. Through our 12-week Summer Internship Program, you'll gain practical experience in real estate investment with hands-on opportunities through projects and real-life situations, learn from the best in the industry, develop a robust professional network and contribute to impactful projects.

What You'll Experience

• Mentorship - Work closely with a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout your internship
• In-Depth Panel Discussions - Engage with our functional leaders through panel discussions designed to give you an insider's view of the real estate investment business
• Meet & Greet with Leaders - Network with our senior leadership team and gain valuable insights into the industry. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and seek career advice
• Property Tours - Take part in guided property tours of key assets in our portfolio and get behind the scenes look at the operational aspects of real estate
• Volunteering Event - Give back to the community while building relationships with your fellow interns and our team. Our volunteering event is a great way to make a difference and enhance your teamwork skills
• Project Presentation - At the end of the summer, you will prepare and deliver a presentation to Berkshire’s Senior Leadership Team summarizing a project or key task that you have been working on at Berkshire, the insights you gained through your internship experience, and recommend any process enhancements

What you'll do

As a Human Resources Intern, you'll

• Assist VP, HR with Talent Management activities and data base management
• Assist Corporate Recruiting Manager with Talent Acquisitions; partnering with managers on opening a position, updating job descriptions and job charters, interviewing candidates, assisting with new hire orientation and maintaining applicant tracking system.
• Assist Senior HR Generalist with employee relations situations and employee development/coaching.
• Assist in special research projects
• Provide a high level of customer service in a fast paced client focused environment

Who we're looking for

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field with an anticipated graduation date in 2027
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook or similar programs
• Available to work in person from June to mid-August (approx. 12 weeks) from 9:00 am-5:30 pm, Monday through Friday
• Ability to present findings to senior leadership
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality
• Detail oriented and organized
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Excellent customer service and collaboration skills
• Objective thinking skills
• Have an aptitude for learning and be comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• Ability to communicate and work with different departments throughout Berkshire

We believe

Berkshire Residential values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Berkshire is committed to providing equal opportunity in all practices, including employees and applicants for employment. We ensure that decisions affecting employees are made without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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