Job Role:

APCO is seeking an HR Intern to join our New Delhi office. The intern will support core HR administrative tasks and generalist responsibilities across our India offices. This role requires working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to the smooth operation of the HR function nationwide.

Role responsibilities:

• Manage core HR administrative processes for all India offices and act as the primary point of contact for HR support and guidance.
• Liaise with the office manager for all admin related tasks.
• Create and maintain standard reports and ensure administrative efficiencies.
• Enter and validate data within HR information systems and other required databases.
• Maintain personnel files and ensure all HR documentation is up to date.
• Manage induction processes for regional new starters, including preparing materials, delivering HR sessions, and coordinating logistics.
• Support the online performance management process by providing guidance to employees and supervisors.
• Oversee administration of the online review process on HRIS and ensure timely completion of performance review forms.
• Coordinate the leaver process and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll and employee data spreadsheets.
• Ensure all payroll-related items are submitted accurately and within deadlines.
• Liaise with benefits providers to register staff, handle inquiries, and manage cancellations.
• Complete ad-hoc assignments and reports as requested by the HR team.

Qualifications and Standards:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, HR, or equivalent.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Indian Labor Law (preferred).
• Legal eligibility to do an internship in India.
• Computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform under tight deadlines.
  
  Internship Location : New Delhi
  Internship Type : Hybrid (3 days in office)
  Duration: At least 3 months
  Work Schedule: Full-time schedule
  Availability : Immediate start preferred
  
  

About APCO in India

India is playing an increasingly important role in global geopolitics — not only as the world’s largest democracy but also as an emerging economic powerhouse. It is growing and changing at an exponential pace, due to the pro-reform policies of the government and increased investor confidence.

APCO’s India operations began in 2007, and our regional operation is one of the largest and most successful in the firm. Our offerings in India include corporate advisory, government relations, strategic communications, coalition building, crises management and consulting services. Our clients in India include multinational companies, industry associations, non-profit organizations and governments.

We take an integrated approach to consulting, which is based on our strong public affairs heritage, our nuanced understanding of strategic communications and remarkable research, creative and digital capabilities. This is supported by our global perspective and local knowledge, enabling us to address complex issues for our clients and deliver path-breaking campaigns.

Our team in India comprises a significant bench of senior-level staff with deep expertise coming from a range of journalistic, business, management consulting, communications, academic and government backgrounds. The team is based in New Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Alongside trusted affiliates, the team penetrates all important markets within and around the sub-continent.

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.