Intern, HR Benefits and Operations - Remote

Overview

ITHAKA’s mission is to expand access to knowledge and education around the world. Our services — JSTOR, Portico, and Ithaka S+R — enable people everywhere to learn, to grow, and to overcome barriers to education. In carrying out our mission, as employees we feel a deep responsibility to members of our community and to each other, and we are committed to building and sustaining a culture where everyone can thrive.

In Short

• Internship focused on HR Benefits and Operations.
• Hands-on support for benefits administration and WLC operations.
• Contribute to projects improving employee experience.
• Support audit of HR-related information in HRIS.
• Full-time internship for 12 weeks starting June 1, 2026.
• Work closely with the WLC Benefits & Operations team.
• Gain exposure to core HR functions in a mission-driven organization.
• Report directly to the Benefits Manager.
• Opportunity to work on process improvement initiatives.
• Expected to work 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Active enrollment in a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Coursework or prior internship experience in HR or business administration.
• Interest in HR, particularly in Benefits and operations.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Exposure to core HR functions.
• Professional experience in HR practices.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals.
• Contribute to meaningful projects.
• Gain insights into employee benefits and operations.