Human Resources Specialist - Internship

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!

Job Description

CEC Entertainment, the global leader in family entertainment and operator of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper restaurants, is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated HR Specialist to join our team in an internship capacity. This position is unpaid and is based at our Corporate Support Center in Irving, TX, with some WFH flexibility.

* Collect and analyze front-line worker headcount needs, including identifying the greatest geographical needs.
* Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and the greatest local challenges.
* Source candidates and present them to the hiring managers.
* Calculate and track the ROI of the front-line worker recruiting program.
* Data management, reporting, and analysis of other key TA metrics.
* Create standard and ad hoc reports.
* Assist Talent Acquisition Managers with technical and vendor-related issues as needed.
* Provide support to fun center and restaurant locations in the areas of backgrounds, job postings, ATS issues, and candidate updates, etc.
* Provide support to candidates in the various stages of the pre-hire process.
* Provide support to the Sales Center (opening positions through onboarding support).
* Monitor and respond to messages sent to shared email inboxes, from internal and external sources. Consults with management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
* Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
* Supports HR Managers with employee relations issues.
* Assist with effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
* Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
* Adhere to all aspects of the firm's HIPAA Policy, ensuring full compliance
* Process participant data updates
* Review and handle members' inquiries thoroughly and professionally
* Support ad hoc projects and initiatives within Benefits Administration, as needed
* Assist in processes, systems, procedures, and materials to support all benefit program administration

A Bachelor's degree in progress (HR, Business, Psychology, or related field preferred) and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills are required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

#Diversity #Inclusion #Culture

The Company:

CEC Entertainment, LLC ("CEC"), headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza and Chuck's Arcade brands.

Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. As the placeWhere a Kid Can Be a Kid, the brand is committed to safetythrough programs like Kid Check and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its industry leadership both in innovation and employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories because fun isn't added on---"The Fun is Baked In"! Through amusement and connection, families and communities are brought together every day. Both Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza champion play through different attractions to support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in kids.

CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across45statesand 18countries. The company proudly fosters a culture of diversity and celebrates fun and play to unite every family. Learn more at chuckecheese.com and peterpiperpizza.com.

Benefits:

CEC Entertainment offers a wide variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plan to eligible U.S. employees as part of their overall employment package. We also offer job training and career growth opportunities. Chuck E. Cheese is a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer.

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At CEC Entertainment, we believe that our workforce should reflect the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of many guests we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identify, gender ex-pression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state or local protected class.