Research Intern - REMOTE

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions•USA - Remote FL, FL

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Union Benefits Compliance Intern will support the HR, Payroll, and Labor Relations teams by helping research and document benefit requirements across multiple unions and trust funds. This role is ideal for a student interested in human resources, labor relations, business administration, or compliance. The intern will gain hands‑on experience analyzing Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs), and trust agreements while helping build a comprehensive database used across the organization.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, Public Policy, or a related field.
Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret written documents.
Interest in compliance, labor relations, or benefits administration.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical and research skills — able to read, interpret, and summarize written documents such as CBAs, SPDs, and trust agreements.
High attention to detail — ensures accuracy when comparing benefit rules, documenting discrepancies, and maintaining data.
Organizational skills — able to manage multiple documents, track requirements across unions, and maintain structured records and spreadsheets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data tools — comfortable organizing information, creating summaries, and working with tables.
Clear written and verbal communication — able to summarize findings, prepare documentation, and collaborate with HR, Payroll, and Labor Relations teams.
Ability to work independently — comfortable handling research tasks with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines.
Problem‑solving mindset — able to identify inconsistencies, flag issues, and think critically about compliance requirements.
Professionalism and confidentiality — able to handle sensitive employee and union information responsibly.

Responsibilities

Research and collect medical and pension benefit information from union CBAs, SPDs, and Trust agreements.
Summarize eligibility rules, contribution requirements, and administrative processes for each union and trust.
Identify and document discrepancies between CBA language and trust‑fund requirements.
Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, and reference materials to support HR, Payroll, and Labor Relations teams.
Performs other duties as assigned.