Human Resources Intern
About The Position
The Human Resources Intern provides broad administrative support to the Human Resources department at Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The intern supports communications, recruiting and onboarding, HR records and information, benefits coordination, payroll and timekeeping assistance, meeting and event coordination, presentations, data compilation, and special projects. The role may require being on campus when management determines it is necessary and involves working around dogs in an office environment. The intern may also perform public relations duties, such as giving tours and answering general questions.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field at an accredited college or university.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain files and organize materials logically; ability to operate most office equipment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with databases and excellent computer skills.
- Proficiency in the latest version of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently with little or no supervision.
- Sound business judgment, professional conduct, understanding of and adherence to business ethics and standards, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Comfort working around dogs in an office environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain professional, productive, and courteous interactions with employees, volunteers, donors, clients, and other constituents, promote positive teamwork, and respond appropriately to feedback and suggestions.
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information through various methods, including in person, telephone, and email.
- Occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate incoming communications from internal and external constituents by telephone, email, and in person; respond to and triage needs as appropriate.
- Assist with recruiting and onboarding paid team members using established guidelines and procedures.
- Maintain HR information system records, employment files, and other records in compliance with applicable requirements and department procedures; compile data and respond to information requests as appropriate.
- Participate in coordinating health and welfare benefits, including COBRA, FMLA and other leaves of absence, disability, paid time off, and workers’ compensation.
- Prepare presentations, handouts, spreadsheets, and other materials as directed.
- Assist team members with payroll and timekeeping issues.
- Schedule meetings and appointments and assist with coordinating events.
- Assist with special projects for the Human Resources department.
- Compile HR data and metrics and provide data as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Perform general public relations duties, including giving tours, answering general questions, and representing Leader Dogs for the Blind professionally and courteously, as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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