Human Resources Intern

Who We Are

Capitol Aggregates a division of Zachry stands on a rich tradition of creativity stability innovation and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitols employees are the heart of our success we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training education and career advancement.

We believe people are our greatest asset and offer a variety of training and development opportunities to promote excellence and facilitate career advancement. We take care of our team members as family within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Our Core Values guide everything we do:

Every Person Matters Together We Can Do Great Things This Is More Than a Job

Position Overview

The Human Resources Intern works alongside the Human Resources team to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of HR while supporting programs projects and day-to-day activities. This position provides exposure to recruiting onboarding training and development employee engagement HR systems and reporting employee records and other HR initiatives.

The internship is designed to provide practical experience for a student interested in pursuing a career in Human addition to working with the HR team the intern will have opportunities to learn about Capitol Aggregates cement and aggregate operations and gain an understanding of how Human Resources supports team members and leaders in both office and field environments.

What Youll Do

• Support the Human Resources team with day-to-day HR activities projects and administrative needs.
• Assist with recruiting activities including job postings candidate communication interview scheduling and recruiting events.
• Participate in career fairs school partnerships community outreach and other recruiting activities.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and orientation including preparing materials coordinating activities and supporting completion of required documentation.
• Assist with maintaining accurate and organized team member records and HR documentation.
• Support data entry reporting and updates within HR systems and spreadsheets.
• Assist with preparing HR reports presentations communications and other materials.
• Support training and development initiatives by assisting with scheduling materials participation tracking communications and event logistics.
• Assist with team member engagement recognition culture and other employee experience initiatives.
• Conduct research and gather information to support HR programs projects and process improvements.
• Participate in HR projects designed to improve processes programs and the team member experience.
• Gain exposure to different areas of Human Resources and how HR partners with leaders and team members across the business.
• Participate in visits to the cement plant and aggregate operations to gain a better understanding of the business our team members and the environments supported by Human Resources.
• Respond to routine team member questions and direct individuals to the appropriate HR team member when additional assistance is needed.
• Provide general administrative support including preparing documents scheduling meetings organizing materials and maintaining files.
• Maintain the confidentiality of team member applicant and Company information.
• Follow all Company policies procedures and applicable safety requirements.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job good attendance is required.

What Youll Bring

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with team members candidates managers and other business partners.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability and willingness to learn new HR systems processes and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive team member and Company information.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and know when to seek guidance from an HR team member.
• Ability to work independently on assigned responsibilities while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates initiative dependability curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Management or a related field.
• Previous work internship customer service or administrative experience is preferred but not required.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with team members candidates leaders and other business partners.
• Willingness to learn about multiple areas of Human Resources and participate in a variety of projects and assignments.
• Willingness and ability to periodically visit cement and aggregate operations to learn about the business and support HR activities.
• Ability to work in both a professional office environment and active industrial environments as needed.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when visiting operational areas.
• Commitment to following all Company safety policies procedures and applicable site requirements.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Capitol Aggregates Inc. (Capitol) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Capitol including unsolicited resumes sent to a Capitol mailing address or email address directly to Capitol employees or to Capitols resume database will be considered Capitol property. Capitol will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Capitol will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Capitols recruiting function to submit resumes and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Capitol will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Capitols Human Resources Representative or their designee. No other Capitol employee is authorized to bind Capitol to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an Agency.

Required Experience:

Intern