Intern - Human Resources (HR) - Summer 2027

Charlottesville, VA, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

The Caton Companies is comprised of five companies that combine to form an alliance of nearly 500 employees in 12 markets in 6 states. These companies include:

• Management Services Corporation (MSC), one of Virginia's leading property management companies

• Caton Construction Group, a heavy civil contractor performing public and private contracts in Virginia and North Carolina

• Park Lane Finance Solutions, a mortgage finance company providing loans in 12 states in the eastern and midwestern USA

• Manufactured Housing Enterprises, a land-lease company providing affordable solutions for manufactured housing communities in Virginia

• Maple Tree Rentals, our company that provides rent-to-own services for prefabricated sheds and other buildings throughout Virginia

We are seeking a summer Human Resources Intern for a 10-12 week internship in Charlottesville, Virginia. Position will start in late May or early June, 2027. Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or a related field. Open to students who have successfully completed sophomore level classes and above.

The HR Intern provides support to the senior HR team under supervision. Duties will include:

• Assist with recruiting and hiring activities, including posting job openings, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.

• Assist with new-hire onboarding, including preparing orientation materials, assembling new-hire packets, and coordinating onboarding activities.

• Maintain and update employee records and HR files, ensuring information is accurate and organized.

• Assist with employee data entry in the HRIS and other HR systems.

• Help coordinate background checks, employment verifications, and other pre-employment requirements.

• Assist with benefits administration, including preparing enrollment materials and responding to routine employee questions.

• Help maintain and update HR policies, forms, procedures, and training materials.

• Assist with employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and company events.

• Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other documents as requested.

• Assist with HR compliance and recordkeeping, including organizing required documentation and conducting routine audits.

• Assist with offboarding activities, including preparing paperwork and coordinating exit processes.

• Respond to routine employee and manager inquiries or direct questions to the appropriate HR team member.

• Conduct research on HR topics, employment trends, recruiting practices, and workplace initiatives.

• Perform general administrative and clerical duties in support of the HR department.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information at all times.

• Participate in special projects and other HR initiatives as assigned.

Proficiencies Required

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Strong attention to detail

• Very task-oriented and self starter

• Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.