Human Capital Intern (July 2017 Start)

The Human Capital department is currently a team of over 15 professionals committed to attracting, developing, and retaining excellent staff across the firm. The team is comprised of four functions: Talent Acquisition, Learning and Professional Development, Employee Relations, and Benefits. Human Capital staff are based in the Boston, Chicago, Washington DC, and London offices.

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Job Overview:
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As part of the Human Capital department, Learning and Professional Development drives the momentum of CRA through the professional growth of our consulting employees. We deliver relevant, timely, action-oriented training; provide opportunities for our people to establish relationships across practices and geographies, and cultivate on-the-job learning. Join our collaborative team of Learning & Professional Development gurus!

The Human Capital Intern will provide support to this high-energy, collaborative team and will report to the Learning and Professional Development Manager.

This internship is for a July 2017 start, working from the Boston office. Candidates should be able to commit to at least 30 hours per week from July through December 2017.

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Responsibilities:
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• Plan and attend training programs for CRA staff with internal and external facilitators; work closely with training participants to ensure successful programming
• Collect and analyze feedback on training effectiveness
• Update the Learning and Professional Development intranet
• Manage the learning management database by tracking program attendance and running monthly reports
• Manage day to day inquiries from our employees – on topics such as our homegrown feedback process, the Check-In, training logistics and more!
• Assist with onboarding training and initiatives as needed
• Process invoicing and travel expenses for the LPD team
• Additional Human Capital projects as assigned

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Desired Skills and Experience:
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• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program
• A strong interest in learning and development, training and/or human resources
• One previous internship in professional services preferred
• Intermediate plus knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & Outlook
• Ability to execute – a track record of getting things done; demonstrated willingness to take ownership of work
• Creative – approaches problem solving with resourcefulness, willingness to take risks and generate new ideas
• Client oriented – collaborative, responsive, to build relationships at all levels that inspire confidence and trust
• Exceptional attention to detail – able to present and communicate facts, data and recommendations thoughtfully, accurately and in ways that facilitate insight
• Big picture thought process – thinks beyond the scope of the task given, asks questions and offers solutions

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About Charles River Associates

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For over 50 years, Charles River Associates has been a premier consulting firm that offers employees a place to learn from a diverse group of consultants, industry experts, and academics. At CRA you will be exposed to leading minds who use economic, financial, and business analysis to solve complex world problems for an impressive roster of clients, including major law firms, Fortune 100 companies, and government agencies. Through a collegial environment, formal and informal training opportunities, and a broad array of professional development resources, your experience at CRA will open doors for you as you launch ( http://www.crai.com/careers/launch ) your career.

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How to Apply:
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To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters can be addressed to the Human Capital department at Charles River Associates.

CRA is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AAE): Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled.