Grand Forks County

Grand Forks County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Summer Intern to join our team through the INTERNGF program. This internship provides hands-on experience in a variety of HR functions and is a great opportunity to gain practical knowledge in a professional setting. The internship is approximately from May 26 – August 21, 2026.

This opportunity is available exclusively to University of North Dakota (UND) students and offers hands-on experience supporting HR processes and systems within a public sector environment.

As a Human Resources Intern you will assist with a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

• Assist with developing and improving the employee onboarding process
• Perform data entry and updates within our HRIS system
• Support recruitment efforts, including drafting job postings, reviewing applications, and recommending candidates to hiring managers
• Assist with preparing and updating the employee benefits guide for fall open enrollment
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department

We are looking for someone who is:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field at UND
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Throughout your internship, you’ll work closely with the HR team and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations that keep an organization running smoothly, with exposure to the public sector HR operations, and most importantly the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.

Status and Hours: Part-time (up to 30 hours per week). There might be a variation in work hours and days to support the department and County needs. This position is not eligible for teleworking.

Basic Requirements: Current UND student

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted using the Grand Forks County Application and submitted with a resume and cover letter to receive full consideration. The application can be accessed by clicking Grand Forks County Application. Applications may also be obtained at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (northside), Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources@gfcounty.org. Completed applications may be returned in person or via mail at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (northside), Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources@gfcounty.org, by April 26, 2026. Interviewing process starts after the close date.

Selection Process: Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation and may include a drug/alcohol screening. Each applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.

Reasonable Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office in writing, at the time of application.

The County of Grand Forks is an at-will employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.