Summer 2025 Human Resources Internship (Unpaid)

Job Details

Role Overview

Bauer Entertainment Marketing (www.BauerEM.com), is looking for a dynamic professional to support  its Human Resources initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in human resources within the entertainment, marketing, and sports industry.  

As an Human Resources Intern, you will support the HR Advisor with day-to-day operations while gaining valuable experience across multiple HR functions, but mainly the recruiting function.  This internship provides an excellent opportunity to build practical skills while working alongside an experienced HR professional in a collaborative environment.  

This position reports to the HR Advisor. This is an unpaid internship that will correspond with your educational study / school credit  requirements.  

This internship can be done from our workspace in East Nashville and/or remotely.  

The length of the internship has an expected, but flexible, start in April and completion in August.

Responsibilities

Daily activities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with recruiting processes, including job posting, resume screening, and interview coordination
• Support onboarding activities for new employees
• Help maintain employee records 
• Participate in research projects related to HR best practices, benefits, surveys, etc.
• Assist with planning and execution of employee engagement initiatives
• Provide administrative support for performance management processes
• Contribute to HR policy and procedure updates

Requirements

Qualifications:  

• Current graduate student or undergraduate Junior or Senior  

• Business, Human Resources, or Psychology-focused degrees preferred  

• Strong interest in human resources as a career path

• Experience in startups, marketing, and the entertainment industry are a bonus, but not required 

Hard Skills:  

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented with ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google products  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively 

Soft Skills:  

• Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to understand others' perspectives and respond appropriately to emotional situations
• Active Listening: Skill in fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what others communicate
• Interpersonal Communication: Skill in clearly conveying information and building rapport with diverse individuals
• Discretion and Confidentiality: Demonstrated judgment in handling sensitive information
• Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to changing priorities and environments
• Problem-Solving: Creative approach to addressing workplace challenges
• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze situations objectively and make sound decisions
• Teamwork: Skill in collaborating effectively with others to achieve common goals

Benefits

Our internship offers you:  

• Flexible Scheduling: Work from wherever and whenever you want as long as deadlines are met, your communication is timely and consistent, and your supervisors are happy with results. Unlimited vacation, pending approval  

• Hands-on Experience: Working at a startup means you’ll get greater access, responsibility and accountability immediately. Receive real-time training and core knowledge across a range of marketing strategies and tactics  

• Networking Opportunities: Meet, engage, and build relationships with a variety of people in the entertainment industry  

• Team Recognition: Be acknowledged and appreciated for the impact you have on the company and its clients! Earn "Bauer Bucks" from colleagues that can be redeemed for gift cards and amazing experiences such as white-water rafting, whiskey tasting, or dance lessons 

• Professional Development: Full access to BEM’s very own Marketing Event Masterclass

• Potential consideration for a full-time position after graduation