Join Skookum and make a difference! Skookum is:
A national leader in Disability and Veteran employment
A growing dynamic team of social entrepreneurs operating in 13 states with over 1,300 employees
Dedicated to providing next-level customer service to our federal and commercial customers
Committed to employee support and development through a number of innovative programs, including career planning and tuition assistance
Our Bremerton, WA Home Office supports our nationwide operations through highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational, information systems, communications, quality, safety, and training.
Location: Bremerton, Washington (Hybrid)
Type: Temporary, Full Time, Non-Exempt
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Day Shift, 10 weeks, flexible internship start and end date, approximately May-September 2025
The Human Resources Intern will assist the Skookum Human Resources team with various projects and provide administrative support as requested. Assist in creating marketing materials.
Work with Sr. HR Partner to review, update and/or create job descriptions company wide. Create a town hall PowerPoint presentation on job descriptions for HR Partner to deliver to Operations. Create a process guide for job descriptions.
Work with Sr. HR Partner to create process guides for HR team, Managers, and Supervisors.
Conduct Exit Interviews and/or facilitate Employee Engagement Surveys as requested.
Assist the Sr. HR Partner with investigations to include scheduling interview times, taking notes, and organizing documents.
Work with Human Resource Coordinator to enter training attendance, certifications, education and MVR (motor vehicle record reporting), information into Workday.
Create or update internal training presentations on various HR topics.
Assist with various Skookum audits including I-9 annual audit, CDL audit, separated worker file audit, etc.
Assist HR Coordinator with presenting and processing onboarding paperwork at Skookum’s weekly new hire orientation.
Assist with various Recruitment activities (i.e., posting jobs on job boards, attending career fairs, updating templates, assist with sourcing candidates, doing community outreach research and connections, uploading candidate documents, etc.)
Shadow HR department team members throughout the course of their duties.
Assist with special projects for the People Department.
Demonstrate and support company culture and commitment to excellence.
Maintain a high standard of confidentiality.
Demonstrate a high level of time management, organizational and communication skills.
Maintain a professional and positive attitude.
Work on a collaborative intern cohort team project.
Attend team intern meetings and trainings.
All Other Duties as Assigned*
You'd make an excellent Human Resources Intern if you:
Consider yourself a people person.
Love working on collaborative teams.
Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.
Take pride in your work.
Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.
Benefits of a Temporary Human Resources Intern include:
Dependent on position, flexible start and end times and combination of remote and in-person schedules
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Paid holidays on a pro-rata basis
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Engaging wellness program including an on-site gym
Summary of Experience for the Skookum Human Resources Intern:
Preferably in the process of obtaining a BA/BS in Human Resources, or a closely related field.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
Computer data management and word processing skills.
Ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality, time management, organizational, and communication skills.
Valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance.
Present yourself with a positive and professional attitude.
To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.
Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.
Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@skookum.org.
Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify