Human Resources Intern

Troika Management Corp; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive co-op compensation

Opportunity to extend co-op term

Resume-building experience

Guidance from HR professionals

Job summary

Troika Management Corp in Kelowna, BC is seeking a Human Resource Co-Op student/intern for a 4-8 month contract. The role supports recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations within a dynamic HR team.

You will maintain HRIS records, assist in training coordination, and help ensure compliance with policies and WorkSafe requirements, while gaining practical experience in a professional business environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Post-Secondary Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field program.
• Fundamental understanding of HR principles, practices, and regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• 1-2 years of experience in HR administration or related role, preferably in the construction or real estate industry would be a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment Support: post openings, screen resumes, schedule interviews, conduct reference checks.
• New Hire Onboarding: coordinate onboarding, prepare offer letters, conduct orientation, ensure paperwork completion.
• Employee Records Management: maintain HRIS records with personal information, employment history, and training.
• Benefits Administration: assist with enrollment, respond to inquiries, support open enrollment, process changes.
• Employee Relations Support: assist with performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, grievance resolution.
• Training and Development Coordination: schedule training, handle logistics and materials.
• HR Policy Compliance: assist with policies and audits.
• Health and Safety Compliance: support WorkSafe compliance, safety training, incident reporting.
• General Administrative Support: filing, copying, scanning, mail distribution, other tasks.

Skills

HR fundamentals

Organization

Communication

Time management

Discretion

Data entry

Education

Post-Secondary Business Administration / HR Management program

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS software

Job description

Description of position:

The Human Resource Co-Op student/Intern will play a critical role in supporting various HR functions and initiatives within our organization. This exciting position will contribute to the overall success by assisting in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration and other HR-related activities. The position is a 4-8 month co-op/contract based in Kelowna, B.C.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Support: Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
2. New Hire Onboarding: Coordinate new hire onboarding activities, including preparing offer letters, conducting orientation sessions, and ensuring completion of required paperwork.
3. Employee Records Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS (Human Resources Information System), including personal information, employment history, and training records.
4. Benefits Administration: Support benefits enrollment and administration processes, including answering employee inquiries, assisting with open enrollment, and processing changes in benefits status.
5. Employee Relations Support: Provide administrative support for employee relations matters, including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and grievance resolution.
6. Training and Development Coordination: Coordinate training sessions and professional development programs, including scheduling, logistics, and materials preparation.
7. HR Policy and Procedure Compliance: Assist in ensuring compliance with HR policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and support audits and investigations as needed.
8. Health and Safety Compliance: Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by supporting compliance with WorkSafe regulations, safety training, and incident reporting.
9. General Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the HR department, including filing, copying, scanning, mail distribution, and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Post-Secondary Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field program.
• Fundamental understanding of HR principles, practices, and regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• 1-2 years of experience in HR administration or related role, preferably in the construction or real estate industry would be a valuable asset.

What We Offer:

• Practical human resources experience in a professional business environment.
• Opportunity to learn about HR within a dynamic environment.
• Guidance from experienced HR professionals.
• Competitive co-op compensation.
• Valuable resume-building experience.

• $21.00–$24.00 per hour, commensurate with relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. Compensation will also be determined in consideration of internal pay equity and consistency with comparable roles within the organization.
• Opportunity to extend co-op term