Human Resources Intern at ACCES Employment in Toronto, ON, CA

Title: Human Resources Intern
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Manager, Human Resources
Employment Category: This internship is a temporary, part-time assignment totaling 360 hours, aligned with the co-op program requirements. The placement runs from September 2026 through December 2026, as specified by the candidate’s academic institution.
The HR Intern will have the opportunity to learn and collaborate with the ACCES HR team, gaining exposure to various functional areas, projects, assignments, and initiatives in line with their internship program parameters. The successful candidate will work closely with the team to contribute toward achieving ACCES HR team’s goals and objectives.
Responsibilities and Opportunities:
• Provide administrative support and assistance across all HR functions as needed by the HR Team, with main responsibilities in recruitment
• Support HR actions and initiatives in alignment with ACCES’ Strategic Priorities
• Handles ad hoc projects and assignments during the internship period. Key HR areas of support include but are not limited to:
o Recruitment Initiatives
o Talent Outreach
o Recognition Program Administration
o HR Administrative Support (including timesheet auditing and tracking)
o Learning & Development (including coordination of events and recommended training for staff development goals)
o Health & Wellness
o Employees Performance Reviews (data collection & data entry)
o Research
• Opportunity to be mentored, coached, and counseled by ACCES HR team members
• May be assigned other duties not noted on this list including support of HR functions, projects, assignments, and activities
• Opportunity to participate in HR Team Meetings where we will discuss employee and labour relations issues and resolutions
• Other similar or related duties as required
Required Skills:
• In progress of completing a Post-Secondary Education in Human Resources or a related field.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information and materials
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively as a member of the HR team
• Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to “roll up the sleeves” and work toward HR team goals
• Professional demeanor with the ability to identify, manage, and safeguard confidential information with discretion
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Skilled in professionally contacting candidates for interviews and prescreening to support recruitment initiatives
• Detail oriented with strong time management skills
• Self-disciplined and able to work independently
• Effective in a team environment where priorities may shift frequently
• Proactive in identifying and recommending opportunities to enhance HR programs and services; willing to take on new responsibilities within placement hours
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with an aptitude for learning new software
• Knowledge of HRIS navigation and data entry considered an asset