Labor and Investigations HR Internship

State of Washington • Thurston County – Olympia, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Licensing’s Human Resources Division is recruiting an intern to learn about and support labor relations and workplace investigations. The intern will gain hands-on experience in public-sector human resources under direct supervision, with a mentor or supervisor reviewing work and providing feedback. The internship is unpaid, on-site at Thurston County locations, and requires at least eight hours per week Monday through Friday during business hours. Additional hours may be available.

The Labor and Investigations unit helps the Department of Licensing address workplace concerns and navigate labor relations. The agency advances public safety and consumer protection through licensing, regulation, and education, and serves Washington residents.

A pre-employment screening, including a criminal record history check, will be conducted. The screening information will be considered when assessing suitability and competence, but will not necessarily preclude employment. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills, including using email, creating and editing Word documents, entering and organizing information in Excel, and communicating through tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• Understand and follow agency values of respect, trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion through behaviors and decisions.
• Promote and support a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace and delivery of services.
• Handle sensitive employee and investigation information with confidentiality and care.
• Follow directions, organize information, and pay attention to detail.
• Take action to learn and grow, ask questions, and apply feedback.
• Take action to meet the needs of others.

Nice To Haves

• Current enrollment in a human resources or related educational program.
• Experience working with policies, regulations, or union contracts.

Responsibilities

• Organize investigative case files, review supporting records, and help maintain timelines and tracking logs.
• Observe investigative interviews and meetings, take detailed notes, and assist with preparing interview questions.
• Help draft and proofread investigative summaries, routine correspondence, and other documents for staff review.
• Research agency policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements, and summarize relevant findings.
• Coordinate meeting and interview schedules and prepare agendas and supporting materials.
• Maintain confidential records and support administrative tasks and special projects related to labor relations and workplace investigations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed