About Community Action House
Since its founding in 1969, Community Action House has been the focal point of community efforts to provide critical support and pathways out of poverty for our neighbors in need. Our community-powered work takes a client-centric approach that meets people wherever they are at and offers services that enhance ownership and agency. Our work is organized in three interconnected areas: Food Access, Resource Navigation, and Financial Wellness. Welcome, excellence, and collaboration are some of our core values. Learn more at
www.communityactionhouse.org.
In October 2021, we launched our new ‘Food Club & Opportunity Hub’ to expand efficient, impactful healthy food assistance with the on-site integration of other pathway programs. More recently, we announced a partnership with Dwelling Place to help address the affordable housing crisis here in Holland. In July 2023, we publicly launched our expansion of Lakeshore Food Rescue (
www.lakeshorefoodrescue.org).
Organizational budget: $9M-10M (inclusive of $5M in-kind support)
Agency Size: 60-70 staff and 2,300+ annual volunteers
Our Values
Who we are. Who we aspire to be. What drives us. What unites us. Learn more, here! - Radically Welcoming
- Guest-Centered
- Lead with Kindness
- Curiosity-Driven
- Always Improving
- Collaborative by Design
- Contagious Commitment
- One Team
Position Details
Position Type: Part-time Internship, 8 hours/week, Paid
Overtime Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Manager of People & Culture (HR Manager)
Direct Reports: None
Department: Development
Primary Location: Food Club & Opportunity Hub
Position Term: January 2026-May 2026
Compensation & Benefits: $13.73 hourly
Summary
Are you passionate about supporting people and building a more inclusive workplace culture where everyone has a meaningful sense of belonging? Do you enjoy connecting with others and helping them feel valued and supported? Are you eager to learn more about the inner workings of Human Resources while contributing to meaningful initiatives? If this sounds like a fit, we encourage you to apply and explore the opportunity to contribute to our People & Culture team as a paid Human Resources Intern.
Community Action House is a nonprofit founded in 1969 to serve our neighbors in need, and today we are powered by 70+ staff and over 2,800+ volunteers who make our high-impact services possible. Our People & Culture team puts people first, as we serve the staff who serve 13,000+ of our neighbors each year. Join us to gain practical experience in core HR functions while helping the helpers.
Our People & Culture team operates within a tech forward, mission-driven organization focused on community impact and employee well-being. We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented individual who thrives on building genuine relationships and is excited to support both staff and organizational goals. As an HR Intern, you will work alongside our People & Culture Associate while reporting to our Manager of People & Culture to assist with tasks and projects across various functional areas.
This role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a proactive mindset. We will be investing in your professional development and in return, we ask that you bring your passion and work ethic to our People & Culture team as we foster a welcoming and empowering environment for all employees.