Human Resources Intern

Global, a 1st Flagship Company; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Global – Pearl Harbor Division seeks a paid HR Intern to support daily HR operations for a federal contractor. You'll work closely with the HR Generalist and Administrative Assistant, handling onboarding, data entry, and records management in a busy, on-site environment at Pearl Harbor.

This internship offers real hands-on experience, flexible scheduling around classes, and a chance to learn I-9 / E-Verify compliance, benefits administration, and HRIS usage.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn HRIS and timekeeping systems.
• Comfort operating office equipment and using computers for spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet research, and AI chatbots.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and data-entry accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and build positive working relationships with employees and the customer.
• Discretion with confidential information – confidentiality is a must.
• U.S. citizenship (required by Navy Inactive Ships instruction).

Responsibilities

• Process new-hire paperwork, ensuring forms are complete and accurate and verifying required documentation for I-9 and E-Verify compliance.
• Maintain personnel files and confidential records, with timely filing and secure storage of sensitive documents.
• Support onboarding and offboarding by preparing employee packets, tracking checklists, and following up on open items.
• Answer basic employee questions about HR policies, procedures, and benefits, and elevate complex questions to the HR Generalist.
• Track due dates for performance reviews, security clearance updates, benefits eligibility, and required training.
• Prepare letters, forms, reports, and other correspondence.
• Help coordinate morale and recognition events such as luncheons, birthdays, company functions, and award programs.
• Support HR and administrative projects by gathering data, preparing documents, and helping roll out new initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

U.S. citizenship

Education

Enrolled in college or university

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

• 93-051 Waipio Point Access Road, Waipahu, HI, USA
• Company: Global – Pearl Harbor Division
• Location: Naval Inactive Ships On-site Maintenance Office, Pearl Harbor, HI (on-site)
• Employment type: Paid internship, part-time / on-call
• Internship term: 12 Weeks, with an option to renew
• Schedule: Flexible around your class schedule; typically 8-24 hours per week, weekday daytime hours 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, with occasional on-call coverage (including school breaks)
• Pay: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour
• Department: Staff
• Reports to / Mentor: HR Generalist
• FLSA status: Non-exempt (hourly)

About Global

Global is a woman-owned small business and federal contractor supporting the U.S. Navy's inactive ship maintenance program at Pearl Harbor. We're ISO 9001 certified and proud of a workforce that takes quality, safety, and teamwork seriously. Our site HR team keeps the people side of the operation running smoothly and we're looking for a dependable, detail-minded teammate to help us do that.

The Role

Looking for real HR experience while you're still in school? Our paid HR Intern works side by side with our HR Generalist and Administrative Assistant, supporting the day-to-day HR operations of a federal contractor. You'll keep HR records accurate, help new employees get onboarded, handle data entry, and deliver responsive, quality service to our employees. You'll leave with practical skills, professional references, and experience you can take with you anywhere.

What You'll Do

• Process new-hire paperwork, making sure forms are complete and accurate and verifying required documentation for I-9 and E-Verify compliance
• Maintain personnel files and confidential records, with timely filing and secure storage of sensitive documents
• Support onboarding and offboarding by preparing employee packets, tracking checklists, and following up on open items
• Answer basic employee questions about HR policies, procedures, and benefits, and elevate complex questions to the HR Generalist
• Track due dates for performance reviews, security clearance updates, benefits eligibility, and required training
• Prepare letters, forms, reports, and other correspondence
• Help coordinate morale and recognition events such as luncheons, birthdays, company functions, and award programs
• Support HR and administrative projects by gathering data, preparing documents, and helping roll out new initiatives
• Provide general office support: answering phones, greeting visitors, routing mail, and ordering supplies
• Work with employees, leadership, and management, as well as military personnel, subcontractors, and government representatives
• Handle sensitive information responsibly and maintain strict confidentiality in line with company policy and legal requirements
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Learn

• How onboarding and offboarding work end to end, including I-9 and E-Verify compliance
• HRIS systems used by a real HR department
• Recordkeeping and confidentiality standards for a federal contractor
• HR compliance tracking: performance reviews, training, benefits eligibility, and security clearances
• Employee relations basics and professional workplace communication
• How HR partners with leadership

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn HRIS and timekeeping systems
• Comfort operating office equipment (copiers, fax, phone systems) and using computers for spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet research, and A.I. chatbots.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and data-entry accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to multi-task and build positive working relationships with employees and the customer
• Discretion with confidential information - confidentiality is a must
• U.S. citizenship (required by Navy Inactive Ships instruction)

Preferred

• Majoring in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related field
• Interest in building a career in Human Resources
• Coursework in HR, business, or office administration
• Familiarity with correspondence styles and professional office practices

Why You'll Like It Here

• Paid, hands-on HR experience
• One-on-one mentorship from our HR Generalist
• Exposure to the full range of HR functions in a federal contracting environment
• Professional references and resume-ready accomplishments
• The chance to support a mission that matters to the Navy and our community

Equal Opportunity Employer

Global 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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need an accommodation, please contact Melissa at [e-mail] .