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At TerrAscend, we are on a mission to shape the future of the cannabis industry by creating leading marijuana-based therapies for patients and developing premium products for legalized adult recreational use.  We are one of the largest and fastest growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators in North America.  We’re on a roll and are just getting started! 

Are you interested in exploring a career in the cannabis industry but don’t know where to start? Consider joining TerrAscend’s internship program and gain firsthand experience of what it is like to work in one of the fastest growing, most dynamic industries of today! TerrAscend’s Internship Program runs for 10 weeks (June 2nd through August 8th) and includes exposure to areas of the business outside of your home department, a mentorship program, a capstone project, and a team full of professionals who want to see you succeed!

It's a Joint Effort

We believe that How We Work Together Matters.  Our priority is to assemble a team that believes not just in what we do but how and why we do it.  Our most successful team members know that being of service to our patients, our customers, and each other is what separates us from other organizations. Our continued success is dependent upon bringing together the brightest minds in business with best-in-class cultivation and elevated patient and customer experiences, so we continue to set the standard for the industry.

Sound like weed be a fit? Here’s where you come in.

We are looking for a curious student who is interested in learning more about what it takes to manage an internship program. The Human Resources Intern will gain experience in understanding of talent management topics across the end-to-end employee experience. The Capstone Project will be focused around the topic of internal mobility; reviewing insights from existing and future People & Culture programs and initiatives to begin formulating a comprehensive view for how they interconnect and impact the Employee Journey.

Where you'll be planted:

This is a hybrid position, with 1-2 days/week on-site in our King of Prussia, PA location.

You must be able to commit to a 40 hour work week Monday through Friday. Hours can be flexible based on coursework.

• Assist in onboarding of other Summer Interns; act as point person for all day-to-day Internship program activities for the Intern class
• Coordinate and host meetings for the Intern class, including scheduling, communications, and tracking progress for the Capstone presentations.
• Create and collect feedback on surveys; turn feedback into actionable initiatives in partnership with Director, Talent Management & Manager, Enterprise Training
• Refine Internship Program Playbook, including the scope of what the program is, tools and resources for Host Departments, and marketing collateral
• Provide support for creation of communications and collateral for program launch; pre-and-post support for information sessions (Talent Review; Engagement Survey)
• Assist with documenting updates to program SOPs; organize program materials for future access; curate FAQs where needed
• Provide support for data collection, consolidation, and visualization for program action items
• Support file and data audits (I-9 Documentation and Employee Files)
• Support organization of HR SharePoint site
• Ad hoc HR support as needed

• Must be attending an accredited college or university and working towards a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in Human Resources, or another 4-year degree focused on Human Resources or a related major
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have current U.S. work authorization

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong people skills, with an ability to work with empathy
• Task and project-oriented
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Positive attitude with an eagerness and willingness to learn
• Ability to listen, understand, and be able to convey and concisely explain ideas
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

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*** Background Check Requirement ***

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.

EEO Statement

At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. TerrAscend is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify.

Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.

Statement on External Recruiting Agencies

TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend.