Summer Intern - Human Resources Bureau

Job Description

Agency Overview

The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management. Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused, and transparent

Bureau/Division Overview

The mission of the Human Resources Bureau is to attract, engage, develop and retain a high performing workforce. We partner with the agency's Management teams to develop strategies in workforce planning, recruitment, training and performance management (EPRS & MassPerform). HRB is responsible for maintaining employee records, reviewing and monitoring transactions related to the payroll systems (HR/CMS), and overseeing all DOR (MassCareers) recruitment initiatives.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Intern will play a key role in organizing and preparing personnel files for a move. The HR Intern will audit the state of current files, create an organizational system and research/prepare files for transfer to archives. There will also be opportunities for the HR intern to assist with other HR projects regarding onboarding and orientation plus gain exposure to human resources in the public sector.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong project management, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

An external candidate recommended for a position will be subject to a background check that includes checks for: state and federal tax compliance; child support compliance; education verification; Massachusetts CORI checks; criminal background checks in state(s) of current and previous residence/employment; validation of eligibility to work in the United States; and national fingerprint-based criminal background checks.

Qualifications

Please see Preferred Qualifications.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Revere, MA

Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-260002FV

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2026-03-28T18:35:50