HR CO-OP / Intern (Summer)

Acero Building Components Inc•Terrell, TX

13h

About The Position

The HR CO-OP / Intern will be working hand in hand with the Head of HR for a Summer, working on the implementation of a new HRIS, as well as creating a Performance Appraisal cycle, followed by Merit allocation process. An HR CO‑OP provides hands‑on experience across core Human Resources functions while supporting daily departmental operations. Working under the guidance of HR professionals, the CO‑OP assists with recruitment activities, onboarding processes, employee file maintenance, HRIS data entry, and compliance‑related tasks. The role offers exposure to workplace policies, employee relations practices, and HR best‑practice standards. This position helps students apply classroom knowledge in a real‑world environment, develop strong communication and organizational skills, and gain practical experience in supporting a positive and compliant employee experience. The HR CO‑OP contributes meaningful administrative and project support to the HR team while building foundational competencies for a future career in Human Resources.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Human Resources, Business Administration, or related program
Ability to work part‑time or full-time during the CO‑OP term as required by the employer or school
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic understanding of HR principles, workplace professionalism, and confidentiality
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort learning new systems
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in administrative tasks
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Professional, reliable, and committed to learning HR processes and best practices

Responsibilities

Assist with recruitment activities, including posting jobs, screening résumés, and scheduling interviews
Support new‑hire onboarding, preparing paperwork, creating employee files, and coordinating orientation
Maintain HRIS data accuracy by entering employee information, updating records, and running basic reports
Help ensure compliance by organizing documents, auditing files, and following confidentiality standards
Provide administrative support such as filing, scanning, preparing forms, and managing HR correspondence
Assist with employee engagement initiatives, events, and communication projects
Support benefits administration by helping employees with forms and directing them to appropriate resources
Participate in special HR projects, such as policy updates, process improvements, or training initiatives
Respond to general employee inquiries and direct them to the appropriate HR team member
Collaborate with HR staff to learn and apply best practices in employee relations and workplace policies