Human Resources Intern

selinc; Washington; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Superior benefits

Inspiring work

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a Human Resources Intern to support our HR Operations team in Pullman, WA. The role focuses on onboarding, compliance, affirmative action outreach, and maintaining personnel records while collaborating with team members worldwide.

Ideal candidates are organized, adaptable, and eager to learn, with strong MS Office skills and excellent communication. Part-time during the school year and full-time in summer are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited HR or related program.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Team-oriented mindset and collaboration skills.
• Background check and negative drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service to internal and external customers.
• Update applicant, candidate, employee, and organizational data accurately.
• Respond to inquiries and needs from applicants, candidates, employees, and community.
• Cross-train with other team members to support all HR duties.
• Manage confidential files and other privileged information.
• Follow established processes and work instructions under supervision.
• Contribute to a supportive, organized HR function.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Discretion

Writing

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Current student studying HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a Human Resources Intern to provide support to our Human Resources Operations team. Ideal candidates for this position are organized, adaptable, and eager to learn. Candidates should have effective communication skills and problem-solving abilities. This internship will provide you with experience onboarding new employees, managing compliance, conducting affirmative action outreach, controlling personnel files, and working with team members around the world to meet objectives.

We're seeking motivated students from local universities who are interested in building real-world experience throughout the year. Candidates who can work part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
• Modify and update applicant, candidate, employee, and/or organizational data accurately.
• Respond to applicant, candidate, employee, and/or community inquiries, concerns and needs.
• Cross-train with other department members to ensure seamless support of all HR duties.
• Manage confidential files and other privileged information.
• Under close supervision, follow area processes and work instructions.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Current student studying Human Resources or related field at an accredited institution
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive information and data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Human Resources Information Systems
• Knowledge of HR laws and practices

Physical Requirements

• None

About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages. Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.

Location

Pullman, WA - This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

• Competitive pay.
• Superior benefits.
• Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.

School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.

We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.

We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.

Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Pay Range Data - $21.50 - $28.75 hourly

Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk with your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.

Communication with Applicants

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [e-mail] .

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.