People Department Internship

The Institute

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG shares principles of an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team that is supported by high-end and innovative technologies and a flexible and efficient administration.

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research' Award from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).

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The role

An exciting learning opportunity has arisen to join our People team at the CRG in Barcelona. We offer the chance to build your skills and strengths within a motivating work environment with a culture that is open and innovative, helping you develop your career in HR.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with the drive to support our People department. In this role, you will collaborate with many of the team members and contribute to a variety of People-related projects.

This internship is ideal for someone passionate about HR and eager to gain hands-on experience in areas such as recruitment, labour relations, talent development, diversity and inclusion initiatives, among others.

Main tasks of the position are:

• Collect and analyse HR KPIs and analyse trends for reporting purposes.
• Support recruitment processes, including job posting and advertising campaigns, HR interviews, request of references, etc.
• Assist with onboarding tasks, such as preparing welcome packs, newcomer logistics.
• Collaborate in entering new employees' information into the HR database and keeping employee records up to date.
• Help with data entry in HR administrative processes.
• Support labour relations activities, including: Informing relevant providers of newcomers and offboardings, assisting in the preparation of documentation for audits and compliance checks.
• Learn and contribute to employee engagement initiatives, HR-related projects, and process, policies improvement within the People team.

About the Department

The mission of the CRG's People Department is to ensure effective and efficient human resource services, thereby fostering a positive and diverse work environment and promoting equal opportunities and work- life balance, with the goal to enhance the potential of every CRG member.

The People Team is composed by 7 people, forming a sound combination of different backgrounds, nationalities, seniority, culture and gender; thus representing CRG's diversity.

Must Have

• You are currently studying an FP (Formación Profesional), Bachelor´s or Master´s Degree in Business Administration, HR, Psychology, Social Sciences, or an equivalent field

Languages

• You speak fluent English and Spanish. Catalan is a plus

Skills

• You have advanced MS Office skills; Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Competences

• You are proactive, enthusiastic and capable of working independently
• You have strong communication skills
• You are well-organised, analytical, and detail-oriented
• You demonstrate strong problema-solving abilities
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn

The Offer – Internship Conditions

• Duration: 6-12 months internship programme
• Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday, 4/5 hours per day.
• Starting date: As soon as possible.

We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities. To check out our training and development portfolio, please visit our website in the training section.

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.

The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours.