Benefits and Leave Internship

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.  Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

What You'll Do

The Benefits and Leave internship offer a hands-on opportunity to gain valuable experience in People and Culture operations, specifically in the areas of employee benefits and leave administration. The intern will support day-to-day administrative functions and play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely communication and data management. 

Responsibilities

• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding benefits and leave policies 
• Assist with running reports and maintaining tracking spreadsheets 
• Conduct audits of internal data and update the Benefits and Leave intranet portal as needed 
• Draft and distribute simple communications related to benefits and leave updates 
• Provide general administrative support to the Benefits and Leave team 
• Assist in organizing and maintaining electronic files and documentation 
• Other duties or projects as assigned  

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field 
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and document management 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills; Courteous and empathetic customer service skills
• Organizational and time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion 
• Basic understanding of office procedures; comfortable working in a professional office environment 

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or administrative experience in HR or a corporate environment is a plus
• Familiarity with HR policies, benefits, or leave programs (FMLA, ADA, etc.)  
• Experience learning and using HRIS systems (UKG, Workday, SAP, ADP, etc.) or similar platforms 

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.