Intern, Human Resources

Full Time
United States
Posted
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Home Office - Arlington, VA

DT Global works in partnership with communities, governments, and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global - launched in 2019 - is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector, Development Transformations, IMC Worldwide, and Cardno International Development. To fulfill its profit-for-purpose mission, DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute, an independent not-for-profit organization, in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible.


Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience, relationships, and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners, clients, and stakeholders. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas, including Conflict Prevention, Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together, we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045.


Overview: DT Global is seeking an Intern to support the Human Resource Department. This role will primarily support Afghan employment verifications efforts, as well as assisting with HR events and initiatives. DT Global’s programs in Afghanistan closed in early 2022 but we continue to support to our Afghan staff on the ground, including support for Special Immigration Visas (SIV) and P-2 referral applications and employee data management. The Intern will collaborate and work with the Afghanistan team. This is a paid opportunity and the internship is scheduled to take place from approximately mid-June through August 2023.


Tasks and Responsibilities:

Special Immigration Visa (SIV)

  • Process incoming requests for employment verification letters (LOEs), validating data, and drafting/issuing letters.
  • Manage the Afghan Support inbox by communicating with requesters and collecting required information.
  • Coordinate with the HR department for signature of LOE letters.
  • Responsible for the maintenance and updating of the LOE requests tracker and P-2 referral submissions.
  • Assist with submitting P-2 referrals on behalf of former employees.

Data Management

  • Support the file management of former employees’ documentation.
  • Conduct data cleaning and updating on the DT Global employee tracker.
  • Lead communications with former employees to gather missing documentation and clarify information through the Afghan Evacuation inbox.
  • Support evacuation efforts, as needed. This would include coordinating with the Afghan team to track movements and collect documents, communicating with staff to gather data, and compiling required information in a timely manner.
  • Update and maintain external databases, as needed.

Support Logistics for DT Global Day

  • Assist with planning and execution of DT Global Day.
  • Assist with set-up and clean up.
  • Welcome and direct incoming employees to DT Global Day activities.
  • Assist with other duties as needed.

Coordinate Social Committee Activities

  • Assist with scheduling social events.
  • Assist with planning and execution of social events as needed.
  • Assist with set-up and clean up.

Organize HR Policies with Index and Training Outline

  • Assist with identifying an indexing system for HR policies.
  • Make updates to the HR policies according to indexing system.

Education & Minimum Qualifications:

  • Relevant college coursework in human resources, international development, political science, area studies, business administration or other relevant fields.
  • Mastery of Microsoft Office tools required, particularly with Excel and Share Point.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Eager learner, flexible and someone who takes initiative.
  • Fluency in Pashto and/or Dari is desirable, but not required.

Core Competencies:

  • TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
  • COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
  • ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
  • CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
  • DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
  • PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

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