Kennywood - Workforce Operations Intern

Story Land; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 32.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible schedule

Free park admission

Exclusive employee events

Zusammenfassung

Kennywood is seeking a Workforce Operations Intern to support workforce planning, scheduling, and data-driven process improvements. The role offers exposure to park operations and analytics, with hands-on experience using Quinyx and Power BI.

You will learn to analyze staffing trends, generate reports, and collaborate with multiple departments in a dynamic theme park environment. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in HR, business, or analytics, with strong English

Qualifikationen

• Studying for Bachelor's or Master's in HR, business, or analytics.
• Experience in workforce management or operations is a plus.
• Hospitality or theme park experience is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office and data tools.
• Strong English communication; bilingual a plus.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate to assess staffing needs and advise deployment.
• Develop workforce planning models and scenarios.
• Use Quinyx to schedule across park departments; handle changes.
• Identify process improvements and support efficiency projects.

Kenntnisse

English fluency

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR/business/analytics

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Power BI

Quinyx

Jobbeschreibung

: Kennywood, 4800 Kennywood Blvd., West Mifflin, PA 15122, United States of America: Posted Today: JR107961Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: *Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating*. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality—the intersection of heart and hospitality.As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.Kennywood is a National Historic Landmark with over 125 years of experience in fun! Kennywood has an unmatched mix of more than 40 modern attractions and one-of-a-kind classic rides, including eight roller coasters, a Kiddieland with pint-sized thrills for the little ones, and more. Kennywood's rich history spans generations of good times and extends beyond the traditional summer season with popular Halloween and Holiday events.**We are currently looking for a:**Kennywood - Workforce Operations Intern**Roles & Responsibilities:**As a Workforce Operations Intern, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our workforce planning and optimization initiatives. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in analyzing workforce data, operational process improvement, and contributing to the development of strategies to enhance organizational efficiency.The ideal candidate for this role will possess a passion for workforce planning, theme parks, operational efficiency, and/or data analytics.**Roles & Responsibilities:****Workforce Planning:**· Collaborate with all departments to assess staffing needs and provide recommendations for optimal workforce deployment.· Contribute to the development of workforce planning models and scenarios.· Generate regular and ad-hoc reports on key workforce trends and metrics for management teams.**Scheduling:**· Execute effective scheduling processes for all departments within the park’s workforce management (WFM) tool, Quinyx.· Handle day-to-day tasks involving scheduling including call outs, no shows and schedules changes and conflicts.**Process Improvement:**· Identify opportunities for process improvement in workforce-related functions across all departments, leveraging time-in-motion studies, demand vs. staffing analysis, and process evaluation.· Assist in implementing solutions to enhance the efficiency of key operations within the park.· All other duties and special projects assigned by leadership**Education and Experience:**· Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in human resources, business, industrial engineering, data analytics, or a related field.· 1+ years of previous work experience in a workforce management, operations management, or HR role preferred but not required* Previous hospitality, amusement park, food and beverage, theme park, or tourism experience a plus## **Language:** Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.**Requirements:**· Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws· Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays· Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift· Ability to comply with all uniform policies· Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point.· Previous experience with Power BI, Quinyx, or other Workforce Management software a plus· Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner· Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.· Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills· Must possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities· Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently**Physical Requirements:**· Ability to remain seated and sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer· Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time throughout the workday· Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders· Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 20 pounds or more **Working Conditions:**· This role will be primarily based in an office setting with frequent interaction with other outdoor park locations· Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions· Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments**Team member benefits:**Working at **Kennywood** is about making people happy. It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a **Kennywood** employee, you can be the smiling face that greets incoming guests, a cook that makes things happen in the kitchen or a ride operator that keeps people entertained and safe.**Kennywood Perks & Benefits:*** Flexible schedule* Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments* Free admission to Kennywood and other parks on your days off* Invited to exclusive employee events throughout the seasonWe’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than **Kennywood**. Apply today!Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!