Human Resources - Human Resources Intern at Postlethwaite & Netterville, APAC in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Description:

The Human Resources Intern position is designed to provide individuals currently pursuing either a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with assignments that further their knowledge of the human resources function by performing a variety of administrative tasks.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field is preferred.  


• No related HR work experience required.


• Must exhibit a high degree of professionalism, ethical behavior, quality, and maintains the highest level of confidentiality.


• Must be able to demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills.


• Must have strong attention to detail.


• Must have a desire to learn and be flexible.


• Must have excellent communication skills in business and technical environments.


• Must have the capability to professionally and appropriately communicate with a diverse group of individuals.


• Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative, and continuously changing environment.


• Must be technically proficient with the capability of performing at an intermediate or advanced level with respect to the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under direct supervision, supports the Human Resources department in a variety of activities which may include: recruiting and onboarding, benefits, and policies & procedures compliance. 


• Completes various administrative duties including photocopying, scanning and other document management services.


• Conducts and maintains inventory of HR items and communicates with supervisors on ordering needs. 


• Contributes to special projects, including conducting research & analysis, crafting and editing presentations, creating and distributing reports, and creating drafts of internal and external communications.


• Coordinates and schedules interviews, meetings, and presentations and related activities.


• Document procedures performed, findings or other issues, draft/compile work papers, reports and client correspondence.


• Communicates with supervisor any obstacles or items of concern.


• Attends and actively engages in training sessions or meetings as required.

Other Duties:

• Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external parties.  Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional and cooperative manner.


• Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service.  Actively supports teamwork throughout the organization.


• Performs other services as assigned.

Other Considerations: 

• May periodically travel and work from different company locations.


• May be required to work extended/overtime hours during workweek and/or on weekends as needed.


• Must be able to reach P&N’s office in a timely manner and be ready to perform job responsibilities.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully with or without reasonable accommodations.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and listen. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to focus. This position spends a significant amount of time sitting and operating a computer. Lifting requirements will not typically exceed 25 pounds. 

Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully with or without reasonable accommodations.  The work environment is considered to be that of a typical business/office operation.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.