Human Resources Internship

Safran DSI; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Safran DSI is seeking a Human Resources Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting employee data, system access, and recordkeeping across a multi-business unit organization in Bedford, NH. You will assist with annual internship programs, HR automation projects, SOPs, and job descriptions, and learn to navigate HR systems while protecting confidentiality.

US citizens or permanent residents favored; pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Passion for people operations, culture and engagement
• Experience in planning and organizational skills
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to exercise good judgement and maintain confidentiality on highly sensitive matters
• Team player with a can-do attitude
• Ability to multitask across a broad range of responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Results driven, thorough, and timely
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the HR Coordinator and HR Operations & Payroll Manager to assist in the daily management of employee data, records, and system access
• Assist in scanning, renaming, and organizing electronic files to support efficient record management across multiple business units
• Assist in wrapping up year-end processes by organizing and archiving related documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Actively contribute to various HR automation projects, supporting process improvements and efficiencies
• Assist in updating intern careers page and increasing awareness and attractiveness as an employer
• Play a key role in organizing and coordinating events for the Annual Internship Program, while also participating as an engaged member of the program
• Support HR cleanup projects focused on ensuring consistency in systems by reviewing and standardizing data across all business units
• Learn to navigate HR systems to create employee profiles, draft SOPs, and complete other system-related activities
• Support efforts to standardize job descriptions across business units, ensuring clarity and alignment
• Partner with the HR team to administer the annual employee satisfaction survey and present and analyze the results to identify actionable insights for improvement
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of HR Operations by participating in day-to-day tasks and strategic initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

People operations

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team player

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

US Citizenship or Permanent Resident

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree

Tools

HR systems

Job description

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Safran DSI Business Unit: Optronics ABOUT OUR MISSION:

Join the forefront of innovation and make an impact at Safran Defense & Space, Inc.!

Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), headquartered in Arlington, Va., is a leading U.S. aerospace company dedicated to supporting national defense and space missions. As a trusted partner to the U.S. armed forces, government agencies, and commercial sectors, Safran DSI delivers advanced technology solutions through its specialized business units: Assured PNT, Geospatial AI, Optronics, Space Solutions, and Testing & Telemetry.

Headquartered in Bedford, NH, Safran DSI Optronics (formerly Optics 1) is a global leader in full-service design and production of electro-optic and navigation systems. Leveraging core competencies in defense technologies, Optronics provides unmatched, first-class mission solutions for military and law enforcement personnel.

We have a high-paced, high-energy environment focused on acknowledging individual and team successes, as well as overall growth. Optronics is a community that cares about the mission of our customers. Our team believes in supporting and enriching our community through engagement; whether that means giving back to our troops, veterans and their families, investing in next generation innovators through STEM education, or higher education initiatives, giving back is an important part of who we are as a team.

If you’re ready to join our mission and serve those who serve, Safran DSI is the perfect place for you to take your career to the next level.

POSITION PROFILE

The Human Resources Intern will gain valuable, hands-on experience in the HR operations of a multi-business unit organization. This role will collaborate with HR professionals to support employee data management, system access, and recordkeeping. They will have the opportunity to engage in HR automation projects, contribute to organizing and coordinating activities for our robust annual Internship Program, and assist with standardizing key HR processes, such as file management and job descriptions. Additionally, the HR Intern will develop proficiency in using HR systems, participate in administering the annual employee satisfaction survey, and gain a thorough understanding of HR operations in a dynamic, multi-unit environment. This internship offers exposure to critical HR practices and provides a well-rounded foundation for a career in human resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the HR Coordinator and HR Operations & Payroll Manager to assist in the daily management of employee data, records, and system access.
• Assist in scanning, renaming, and organizing electronic files to support efficient record management across multiple business units.
• Assist in wrapping up year-end processes by organizing and archiving related documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Actively contribute to various HR automation projects, supporting process improvements and efficiencies.
• Assist in updating out intern careers page and increasing awareness and attractiveness as an employer.
• Play a key role in organizing and coordinating events for the Annual Internship Program, while also participating as an engaged member of the program.
• Support HR cleanup projects focused on ensuring consistency in systems by reviewing and standardizing data across all business units.
• Learn to navigate HR systems to create employee profiles, draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and complete other system-related activities.
• Support efforts to standardize job descriptions across business units, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Partner with the HR team to administer the annual employee satisfaction survey and present and analyze the results to identify actionable insights for improvement.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of HR Operations by participating in day-to-day tasks and strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Must be actively working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• A passion for people operations, culture and engagement
• Experience in planning and organizational skills
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail
• Ability to exercise good judgement and maintain confidentiality on highly sensitive matters
• Team player with a can-do attitude
• Ability to multitask across a broad range of responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Results driven, thorough, and timely
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident

IDEALLY, YOU’LL ALSO HAVE

• Experience working in an ITAR environment

EEO STATEMENT & ACCESSIBILITY

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vets – US Protected Individual status required (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee or temporary resident (as defined at 8 USC 1160(a).

Nearest Major Market: Manchester
Nearest Secondary Market: Nashua