Human Resources Intern
About The Position
About us: Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be the leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path! Are you passionate about people, curious about how workplaces really work, and eager to gain hands-on HR experience? Join our Human Resources team as an Intern and get an inside look at how HR supports employees, drives culture, and ensures compliance in a dynamic organization. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated student who wants real-world exposure to HR operations, employment law, and employee engagement initiatives. What You’ll Learn Hands-on experience with real HR projects Exposure to multiple areas of HR and people operations Mentorship and guidance from experienced HR professionals A great resume-building opportunity for a future HR or legal career
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate degree program in Human Resources, Employment Law, or a related discipline.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
- Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information
Responsibilities
- Managing and monitoring the official HR inbox, responding to routine inquiries and escalating as appropriate
- Supporting HR project work focused on process improvements, policies, and documentation
- Assisting with the creation and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and internal resources
- Supporting leave of absence communications and related employee materials
- Assisting with compliance and legal updates, including research and documentation support
- Helping coordinate and promote employee engagement, wellness, and culture initiatives
- Providing general administrative and operational support to the HR team as needed
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
