Human Resources Intern

Job Description

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Intern performs a wide variety of administrative, clerical and organizational tasks, assuring the smooth functioning of the Human Resources Department. This work calls for the frequent use of good judgment regarding policies, procedures and respect for the confidentiality of information handled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The position will be responsible for answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate employees, and greeting visitors.
• Maintain human resources materials, including personnel files, new hire forms, I-9's, W-4's, manuals, and other documents to ensure that files are current, confidential, complete, and in compliance with company and government regulations and deadlines.
• Have an understanding of Company policies and procedures and be able to provide guidance to employees to assist them with HR-related needs.
• Support Training and Development programs and events by scheduling and set up of conference rooms and vendor management as needed.
• Assist with employee engagement meetings including coordinating employee programs and events.
• Assist with various safety reporting, projects, and compliance. Provide administrative support for benefits (such as health, vision, dental, Life, etc.)
• Supports the Human Resources Manager in all phases of the recruitment process; conducts new employee orientation.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with employees, managers and candidates.
• Ability to manage time and to effectively handle a variety of tasks in an ever-changing environment.
• Promote company values, culture and vision throughout the organization.
• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Requires current enrollment for a degree in Human Resources or equivalent, combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Handle confidential information with the highest degree of Confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving skills and reasoning to solve administrative issues.
• Ability to execute assignments or projects with excellence and high degree of accuracy.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and professionalism to project a professional image, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated personal awareness and desire for continual learning and personal development.
• Maintain composure during difficult situations and during high volume work periods
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees and managers.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize own work.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to a team effort.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-oriented skills. xhyhwjd

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should possess basic computer proficiency and functional knowledge with applications and activities including (but not limited to):
• Proficient in use of computer applications including MS Office Suite.