Role Description We are looking for a motivated Human Resources Intern to join the HR team and gain valuable experience in the HR field, and overall exposure to a digital marketing agency. As a Human Resources Intern, you will support our HR team in various tasks and projects. - Provide administrative support to the HR team as needed. - Support onboarding and orientation activities for new hires. - Help maintain employee records and update HR databases and files. - Assist with recruitment processes, and scheduling interviews. - Participate in organizing employee engagement activities and events. - Assist with HR compliance and policy documentation. Qualifications - Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - Enthusiastic and eager to learn about HR practices. Benefits - Gain practical experience in HR within a digital marketing agency. - Opportunity to work with a supportive and experienced HR team. - Flexible working hours to accommodate your academic schedule. - Networking opportunities within the industry. - The best co-workers you’ll ever find. - Ongoing training opportunities. - Planned outings and team events (remote workers included!). Company Description We are a dynamic digital marketing agency dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to our clients. Our people are passionate about creativity, strategy, and results.

Director, People & Culture 📍 Remote (U.S.-based) | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 $120,000 Join Courier Newsroom - an organization that drives journalism and empowers communities. At Courier Newsroom, we’re reinventing local media to inform and empower communities through impactful reporting. Our mission is rooted in civic engagement and equity—and we’re growing fast. We are presently looking for a Director, People & Culture to oversee People & Culture and help build an accountable, high-performing, and creative workplace rooted in equity and inclusion. COURIER Newsroom is committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We strongly encourage women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and those from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to break down barriers and ensure every team member feels seen, heard, and supported. RESPONSIBILITIES This role will shape the company’s people strategy, support leadership in building strong teams, and ensure systems, policies, and practices scale with the organization. Talent Acquisition Lead and continuously improve the company’s recruitment strategy to attract and hire exceptional talent. - Optimize sourcing strategies and hiring processes to ensure strong, diverse candidate pipelines - Maintain clear, consistent, and accessible recruitment practices across the organization - Leverage technology and systems to improve efficiency and transparency in hiring - Partner closely with hiring managers to support thoughtful, mission-aligned hiring decisions Culture, DEI & Internal Communications Cultivate a culture that is inclusive, transparent, and mission-driven. - Embed equity and inclusion across all People & Culture practices, from recruitment through retention - Lead culture initiatives that strengthen belonging, collaboration, and accountability across a distributed workforce - Develop internal communications practices that ensure clarity, transparency, and alignment across teams - Plan and facilitate bi-monthly company All Hands and other opportunities for team connection Performance Management & Professional Development Design and manage systems that support employee growth, feedback, and accountability. - Lead the full-cycle performance management process, including goal setting, feedback, and evaluations - Support managers in effective people management, coaching, and employee relations - Equip managers with tools, training, and frameworks to effectively lead teams - Develop frameworks that encourage continuous feedback and high performance - Build and scale professional development programs for staff and managers - Identify opportunities for organization-wide learning, leadership development, and skill building Compensation & Benefits Develop and maintain fair, competitive compensation and benefits programs that support employee wellbeing and retention. - Develop and maintain compensation frameworks and salary bands - Partner with leadership on compensation planning, promotions, and leveling decisions - Oversee benefits programs and regularly evaluate offerings to support staff wellbeing and organizational competitiveness Employee Relations Provide guidance and leadership on employee relations matters to ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant practices. - Support managers in navigating employee relations challenges and workplace concerns - Lead sensitive conversations, investigations, and conflict resolution when needed - Ensure consistent and equitable application of company policies Union Relations With SVP of Operations, serve as a liaison between the company and the union. - Represent the organization in union negotiations - Support implementation and ongoing management of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) - Partner with leadership to ensure compliance with union agreements and effective labor-management relationships People Systems, Data & Compliance Ensure People & Culture systems operate effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations, while enabling a data-informed approach to people operations. - Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws - Oversee the company’s PEO and HR systems, regularly evaluating tools and vendors to ensure they meet organizational needs - Maintain clear policies, documentation, and operational standards - Track and analyze people data (hiring, retention, engagement, etc.) to inform leadership decisions Staff Safety & Organizational Risk Partner with Operations and Technology leadership to ensure staff have the training, policies, and tools needed to operate safely in a complex external environment. Courier Newsroom offers the following benefits: - Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays a year - An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Full suite of health benefits - $500 home office reimbursement - 401k - Flexible working arrangements Courier Newsroom is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, those with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly urged to apply. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical conditions. Location United States (Remote) Department People and Operations Employment Type Full-Time

Description The Total Rewards Specialist supports the administration and coordination of compensation, benefits, and incentive programs within the HR Operations Center of Excellence (COE). This role focuses on ensuring total rewards programs are administered accurately, consistently, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The Total Rewards Specialist works closely with HR leadership, Payroll, Finance, and HRIS teams to support compensation processes, benefits administration, and employee inquiries related to total rewards programs. This role is primarily operational and administrative in nature, supporting the execution of total rewards programs across the organization. Requirements Compensation Administration - Administer salary structures, job benchmarking, and compensation data tracking. - Support and manage annual merit increase and incentive program processes. - Maintain accurate compensation records, files, and related documentation. - Prepare compensation reports, analyses, and supporting data as needed. Benefits Administration - Administer health, welfare, retirement, and 401(k) programs, including eligibility, enrollments, and ongoing plan administration. - Coordinate open enrollment activities, including preparation and employee communications. - Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit and 401(k) questions. - Partner with benefits vendors, recordkeepers, and brokers to support program administration and resolve issues. - Assist with 401(k) plan processes, including contributions, loan and distribution coordination and general plan support. HRIS & Payroll Coordination - Maintain accurate compensation and benefits data within HR systems. - Partner with Payroll to ensure proper setup and maintenance of deductions, earnings codes, and 401(k) contributions and employer match configurations. - Manage and maintain benefits and payroll file feeds, ensuring accurate data transmission between HRIS, payroll, and vendor systems. - Perform regular audits of file feeds and system integrations to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. - Troubleshoot and resolve file feed errors in partnership with vendors, Payroll, and HRIS teams. - Support system testing, updates, and process changes during HRIS enhancements and implementations. Employee Support - Respond to employee questions related to compensation, benefits, 401(k), and HR policies. - Assist employees with benefit enrollments, 401(k) participation, and life event changes. - Provide guidance on navigating HR systems and accessing total rewards resources. Compliance & Documentation - Maintain documentation for total rewards programs, including 401(k) plan documentation, file feed processes, and standard operating procedures. - Assist with compliance requirements related to benefits, compensation, and retirement plans (e.g., nondiscrimination testing support, audits, and filings). - Support internal and external audit requests by gathering and validating total rewards data and documentation. - Conduct periodic data audits across systems (HRIS, payroll, vendors) to ensure alignment and compliance. HR Operations Support - Demonstrate a willingness to learn and support additional areas within HR Operations. - Provide cross-functional backup support to other areas within the HR Operations Center of Excellence. Work Environment - Remote work environment with regular virtual collaboration across HR, Finance, Payroll, and HRIS teams - Standard business hours with occasional flexibility required during peak HR program periods such as open enrollment, merit cycles, or incentive payouts - Flexibility to travel occasionally for team meetings, open enrollment, and audit assistance (No more than 15% of the time)

• Du gestaltest aktiv unsere Digitalisierungsstrategie im HR-Bereich mit und sorgst dafür, dass wir als Organisation effizienter und zukunftsfähiger werden. • Du treibst die Umsetzung der HR‑Digitalisierungsroadmap voran – inklusive Aufbau, Begleitung und Pflege bestehender Systeme sowie Einführung neuer HR‑Lösungen in enger Zusammenarbeit mit IT, Datenschutz und den Fachbereichen. • Du unterstützt die HR‑Leitung im operativen Tagesgeschäft, bereitest Entscheidungsvorlagen, Präsentationen und interne Stellungnahmen vor und stellst sicher, dass die relevanten Stakeholder optimal eingebunden sind. • Du steuerst HR‑Projekte mit Fokus auf Prozessoptimierung und digitale Lösungen, führst Workshops durch und begleitest Veränderungen mit passenden Change‑Maßnahmen. • Du bringst deine Expertise ein, unterstützt das Team bei vielfältigen HR‑Themen und hebst unsere Arbeit gemeinsam mit uns auf ein neues Level.