Recruiter

Recruiting Intern

Organization: Youth RISE Foundation

Location: Remote (United States)

Schedule: Flexible | Approximately 3–5 hours per week

Position Type: Internship

About Youth RISE Foundation

Youth RISE Foundation (Resources • Inspiration • Service • Empowerment) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth and young adults through leadership development, mentorship, education, workforce readiness, healthcare career exploration, civic engagement, and community impact initiatives.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking motivated and people-oriented Recruiting Interns to help identify, engage, and onboard talented individuals who share our mission.

Overview

The Recruiting Intern will support the Foundation's recruitment and talent acquisition efforts by sourcing candidates, reviewing applications, coordinating interviews, and helping create an exceptional candidate experience. This internship offers hands-on experience in recruiting, human resources, and nonprofit talent acquisition while working alongside organizational leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and engage qualified candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, and other recruiting platforms.
• Review resumes and assist with candidate screening.
• Coordinate interviews and communicate with applicants throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain applicant records and recruiting databases.
• Assist with onboarding materials and new team member orientation.
• Draft and post job advertisements.
• Support recruitment campaigns and hiring events.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify staffing needs.
• Promote Youth RISE Foundation's mission to prospective candidates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college, university, or technical program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Interest in human resources, recruiting, business administration, psychology, communications, or nonprofit leadership.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on recruiting and talent acquisition experience.
• Exposure to nonprofit leadership and organizational operations.
• Professional mentorship and career development.
• Experience using recruiting tools and hiring best practices.
• Networking opportunities with professionals across multiple industries.
• Potential for future advancement as the organization grows.

Why Join Youth RISE Foundation?

• Build valuable recruiting and HR experience.
• Help shape the team behind a growing national nonprofit.
• Work with passionate leaders dedicated to empowering youth and young adults.
• Make a meaningful impact while developing your professional skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief statement describing their interest in recruiting and how this internship aligns with their career goals.