Human Resources Intern

Alliance Steel, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Alliance Steel, Inc. seeks a Human Resources Intern to assist the HR team with day-to-day operations, including recruiting, onboarding, employee records, and company events. This hands-on role offers practical exposure to HR principles under close supervision, while upholding confidentiality and company standards.

Ideal candidates are dependable, people-oriented, and eager to learn. The internship provides real-world experience in HR, with opportunities to engage in orientation, payroll systems,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in or completed a degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• No prior HR experience required; coursework or volunteering acceptable.
• Familiarity with social media and online job boards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Post openings to job boards and the company careers page.
• Review applications and resumes; conduct initial phone screens.
• Coordinate interviews and communicate with candidates through hiring process.
• Assist with onboarding paperwork and initiating background checks.
• File paperwork and maintain employee records; keep files organized.
• Prepare materials for New Employee Orientation.
• Assist in planning and coordinating company events and uniforms.
• Shadow HR staff and participate in HR projects to learn practices.

Skills

MS Office (Excel)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing HR/Business degree

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

Description

Job Title: Human Resources Intern

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Designation: Safety-Sensitive

Job Summary

The HR Intern supports the Human Resources team in the day-to-day operations of the department, including recruiting, onboarding, employee records, and company events. This role provides hands-on experience in Human Resources under the guidance of HR staff, while upholding company standards and maintaining the confidentiality of employee information.

The internship is designed to provide practical, entry-level experience to an individual who is dependable, people-oriented, eager to learn, and interested in building a career in Human Resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with posting open positions to job search websites and the company careers page.
• Review applications and resumes and conduct initial phone screens under the guidance of HR staff.
• Coordinate interviews and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Support new hire processes, including initiating background checks and preparing onboarding paperwork.
• File paperwork and upload documents to employee records; maintain accurate and organized files.
• Prepare materials for and conduct New Employee Orientation.
• Assist HR with planning and coordinating company events.
• Track and order employee uniforms.
• Assist in updating forms, templates, and paperwork to keep them current.
• Shadow HR staff and participate in department projects to learn HR practices, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with candidates, employees, and management in person, by phone, and through email.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information.
• Willingness to learn, accept direction, ask questions, and apply feedback.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel; able to learn internal systems, including Paylocity.
• Flexibility to occasionally work early mornings or evenings to support company events or conduct new employee orientation.
• Ability to represent Alliance Steel professionally and positively in all interactions.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in, or have completed, a degree program in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• No prior HR experience required; HR or business coursework, volunteer or extracurricular involvement, or customer-facing work experience preferred.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and online job boards preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in an office environment with routine use of a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs., bend, squat, kneel, sit, and/or stand for extended periods.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Alliance Steel Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.