• Human Resources Management Intern – Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 – Hybrid – Westchester, IL

    This is a hybrid position requiring in-person work at the Westchester office on Mondays or Tuesdays, and remote work on additional flexible weekdays for 15-20 hours per week total (between regular working hours of 8:30 am - 5 pm).  

    Candidates must have secure home internet access, a hotspot, or VPN. 

      

    The Human Resources Intern will support the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Human Resources team by assisting with recruitment coordination, career event planning, data tracking, and employee engagement initiatives. This position offers hands-on experience in public sector HR operations, outreach coordination, and internal engagement projects. 

    We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual who thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments and is eager to contribute to a mission-driven public health agency. 


    Responsibilities: 

    • Manage and update job advertisements across various job boards, career websites, and social media platforms. 

    • Research and coordinate scheduling for career fairs and community events for IDPH recruiters in both northern and southern Illinois, including events targeting high school students. 

    • Collect resumes and related data from events and accurately enter the information into IDPH databases. 

    • Manage and respond to all employment and internship-related inquiries received through email. Conduct follow-up communications via email or phone as needed. 

    • Track data for northern and southern recruiters and generate monthly reports. 

    • Provide on-site support to HR recruiters for northern region events based on availability. 

    • Support the HR Special Projects team with internal employee engagement efforts. 

    • Research monthly wellness topics and contribute to the IDPH Wellness and Engagement Committee’s monthly meetings. 

    • Assist in creating fun, inclusive, and engaging employee activities. 

    • Perform other duties as assigned that fall within the scope of the responsibilities listed above.


    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

    • Basic understanding of data collection and reporting methods. 

    • Knowledge of social media and online job posting platforms preferred.  

    • Familiarity with Smartsheet is preferred. 

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook). 

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

    • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. 

    • Ability to manage tasks independently, meet deadlines, and contribute to team-based projects. 

    • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members. 

    • Ability to multitask and prioritize work.  

     

    Requirements: 

    • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree (and in good academic standing) in Human Resource Management, Organizational Leadership, Health Communications, Public Health Administration, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or a related field.  

    • Must be located within 1 hour of Westchester, Illinois. 

    • Must be available to work onsite on Mondays or Tuesdays, with other additional remote workdays per week. Flexible work hours to be scheduled in coordination with the Assistant Bureau Chief upon hire.  

    • Secure home internet access, a hotspot, or VPN.  

     

    Duration and Compensation: 

    This internship will be completed from as soon as possible to mid-May. This is a hybrid position requiring in-person work at the Westchester office on Mondays or Tuesdays, and remote work on additional flexible weekdays for 15-20 hours per week total (between regular working hours of 8:30 am - 5 pm).  

     

    This is an unpaid internship, but academic credit may be available depending on your institution’s policies and guidelines – please speak with an academic advisor.  

    All applications must be submitted by 9 a.m., Thursday, October 15, 2026 to be considered for this internship. 

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