HR Intern

generac; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is offering an HR internship designed to expose students to real-world HR activities within a mature organization in Wisconsin. You will observe and participate in HR processes, assisting with programs and policies and supporting daily activities in the HR department.

The role emphasizes data entry using Excel and HRIS systems, event material preparation, and collaboration with talent acquisition and total rewards teams. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program with emphasis in a business-related field and/or Human Resources.
• Microsoft Office experience with strong aptitude in Excel.
• Sophomore year status or higher.
• Previous HRIS experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with HR programs and policies and support the full talent life cycle.
• Data entry, validation, reporting, and data manipulation in Excel or HRIS systems.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for employee and management events and meetings.
• Back up other department coordinators in talent acquisition, total rewards, etc.
• Perform administrative tasks and confidential filing; provide HR operational support as directed.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

HRIS experience

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Business or Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

JOB SUMMARY: Interns will be provided thoughtful opportunities to observe and participate in real-world examples of their in-class studies which includes various tasks and support of HR department’s systems, processes and daily activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program with an emphasis in a business-related field and/or Human Resources.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Microsoft Office experience with strong aptitude in Excel.
• Sophomore year status or higher.
• Previous HRIS experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

60% Assist with HR programs and policies and process in the full talent life cycle.

10% Perform data entry, validation, reporting, and data manipulation in Excel or other HRIS system.

10% Coordinate and prepare materials for employee and management events and meetings.

10%Act as back up to other department coordinators in talent acquisition, total rewards, etc.; including but not limited to activities such as new hire orientation, badges, travel, interviews, communication, etc.

10%Perform administrative tasks, confidential filing and HR operational support as directed.

Other Duties as assigned and the following: Complete other projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information
• Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across
• Conscientious self-motivated worker with an attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting
• Dependable and organized

Level of Independence: This position works under close supervision.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."