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Human Resources Intern

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Werfen

8d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Orangeburg

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant college degree, be detail-oriented, highly organized, able to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and be proficient in Microsoft Office products.
  • You will support HR compliance, assist with hiring and onboarding, manage documentation, audit files, coordinate training, handle reference checks, and help with various HR tasks as needed.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing college degree program candidate in Business Administration or Human Resources preferred
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational and planning skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously
  • Strong problem solving capabilities with the ability to make decisions, including when to escalate the problem
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft products

Responsibilities

  • Provides quality HR compliance and administrative support to HR team members and employees
  • Have the opportunity to attend trainings and meetings relative to the HR profession, cultivate interpersonal skills, develop negotiating and public speaking abilities, and foster time management skills.
  • The Intern will be involved in the day-to-day activities of the team included aiding other departments as they relate to department projects. We expect the intern to gain an in-depth knowledge of the product and its associated processes, particularly the process activities in-which they will be directly involved. The intern will have opportunities to assist in nearly all aspects of the workflow.
  • Coordination of summer internship program
  • Audit of I9, Personnel, Hep B files, etc
  • Shredding of confidential information
  • Prepare folders to get archived
  • Filing of paperwork
  • Handle reference checks
  • Assist with the hiring of new and temporary employees
  • Audit and update as needed job descriptions to current format
  • Assist HR team with Presentations and Training Programs
  • Evaluate and document exit interview results
  • Reviewing federal and state laws for changes
  • Help with coverage in the HR department as needed
  • Other HR tasks as assigned

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Human Resources Intern position?

The purpose of the internship is to learn the importance of employment law and compliance and to understand the day-to-day operations of an efficient Human Resources Department.

What are the main responsibilities of the HR Intern?

The main responsibilities include providing quality HR compliance and administrative support, coordinating the summer internship program, conducting audits of employee files, assisting with hiring, and participating in various HR tasks as assigned.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should be currently pursuing a college degree in Business Administration or Human Resources, possess strong organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What can the intern expect to learn during the internship?

The intern will have the opportunity to cultivate interpersonal skills, develop negotiating and public speaking abilities, and foster time management skills while gaining in-depth knowledge of HR processes.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the hourly wage range for the position is between $18 to $25, based on factors such as education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and specific business needs.

Will the intern be involved in team meetings or training?

Yes, the intern will have the opportunity to attend trainings and meetings related to the HR profession.

What is expected of the intern in terms of workload?

The intern is expected to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize assignments, and assist with the day-to-day activities of the HR team.

Will the intern have the chance to help with hiring processes?

Yes, the intern will assist with the hiring of new and temporary employees as part of their responsibilities.

Are there opportunities for the intern to take on additional HR tasks?

Yes, the intern may assist with other HR tasks as assigned and help with coverage in the HR department as needed.

How will the intern contribute to compliance efforts?

The intern will be involved in auditing documents, reviewing federal and state laws for changes, and ensuring that job descriptions are updated to the current format.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1966
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.