People & Culture Intern (HR)

The Goley Companies; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

College credit eligibility

Hybrid schedule

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Goley Companies offer a paid internship in People & Culture, requiring a minimum of 15 hours per week with a flexible hybrid schedule. The role provides exposure to onboarding, compliance, HRIS administration, and recruiting across the multi-location organization in western Pennsylvania.

We value initiative, ownership, and strong communication to support continued growth and future opportunities. Located in Indiana County, PA, this internship emphasizes hands-on experience, collaboration,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a business or HR program.
• Availability of at least 15 hours per week.
• Ability to work independently in a flexible hybrid environment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using AI tools such as Claude preferred.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail.
• Willingness to follow documented procedures and ask questions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding steps for new hires and assist with Form I-9 and background checks.
• Maintain accurate data in Paycor and recruiting systems; post openings and update location pages.
• Build reports and draft procedures and handbook updates; support compliance projects.
• Assist with policy updates and staying compliant across locations.
• Support team meetings, note-taking, scheduling, and document organization while handling sensitive information.

Skills

Strong written communication

Ownership mindset

Independent work

Attention to detail

Bilingual English & Spanish

Education

Business or HR program student/recent grad

Tools

Excel

Claude AI

Paycor

Job description

The Goley Companies is looking for a motivated, creative, and driven People & Culture Intern to join our team as we continue to grow across multiple locations and states. This is an opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure to the full spectrum of HR while making a meaningful impact from Day 1. You'll be part of a growing team where your ideas, initiative, and willingness to take ownership will help shape how we work and continue to improve.

This is a flexible, hybrid opportunity requiring a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, with the potential to work up to 40 hours. Candidates should be located in Indiana County, PA, or the surrounding western Pennsylvania area, with the ability to work independently and access a suitable workspace. Our Director of People & Culture is based in the area, providing opportunities for local collaboration and connection.

We're looking for someone who sees this internship as more than a temporary learning experience — someone who views it as the beginning of a potential career with The Goley Companies and could be a strong long‑term addition to our team after graduation. The ideal candidate embraces our company values, brings fresh ideas, takes initiative and ownership, enjoys working with people, and wants to be more than just an extra set of hands. Your perspective, energy, and contributions will help shape our team and company culture from the start. Future employment opportunities will depend on business needs and individual performance and are not guaranteed.

Why Work With Us

For over 50 years, The Goley Companies have led the insulation contracting industry through a family of specialized businesses operating under trusted names across the United States.

Together, we deliver Building Performance Solutions, expert installation, and exceed customer expectations. Here, initiative is encouraged, innovation thrives, and collaboration feels like family. With the right tools, training, and support, we empower every team member to grow, succeed, and build a rewarding career.

Our Values in Action

Our core values guide everything we do — shaping how we work, grow, and succeed together:

• Drive to Win – We set high standards and take pride in delivering exceptional results.
• Deliver Beyond Expectations – We go the extra mile to ensure quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Step Up & Take Ownership – Every team member is empowered to take initiative and make an impact.
• Strive to Innovate – Continuous learning and problem‑solving keep us at the forefront of our industry.
• We Are Family – Respect, trust, and teamwork define our workplace culture.

At The Goley Companies, you’re more than an employee — you’re part of a team committed to building excellence together.

Key Responsibilities

New-Hire Compliance & Onboarding

• Coordinate the new‑hire compliance checklist: start background checks, assist with Form I‑9 completion, and run motor vehicle record (MVR) checks, flagging any issues to the People & Culture team.
• Monitor MVRs for current drivers on an ongoing basis and keep compliance records organized and up to date.
• Walk new hires through onboarding in Paycor, confirm their system access and equipment are in place, and follow up on missing or overdue onboarding and offboarding items.
• Send benefit‑enrollment reminders and other recurring employee communications using approved templates.

HRIS & Recruiting

• Maintain accurate employee, position, and candidate data in Paycor and our applicant tracking system.
• Post and update job openings, and confirm location careers pages are current.
• Screen applications, send candidate updates, and complete reference checks using approved criteria, templates, and scripts.

Projects & Team Support

• Build reports and draft procedures and handbook updates, using AI tools such as Claude to research and organize information and checking all output for accuracy.
• Support large‑scale compliance projects, such as FLSA exempt/non‑exempt classification reviews, EEO‑1 reporting, benefit plan audits and ACA reporting, OSHA recordkeeping, and federal and state labor law posting requirements.
• Help track annual federal and state employment law changes, such as minimum wage, paid leave, and pay transparency requirements, and assist with updating policies, postings, and procedures to stay compliant across all locations.
• Contribute ideas for improving processes, communications, and the employee experience, and help turn approved ideas into action.
• Gain exposure to sensitive HR matters, such as employee relations, by supporting the team with scheduling, note‑taking, and document organization under the direction of the People & Culture team.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of the role, including when handling employee and applicant information or using AI tools.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and cross‑functional projects, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, an undergraduate or graduate program in business or human resources.
• Availability of at least 15 hours per week.
• Maturity, accountability, and self‑discipline to work independently in a flexible, hybrid environment, including managing your own schedule, meeting deadlines, and communicating proactively.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using AI tools such as Claude, and openness to incorporating them into daily work.
• Alignment with our core values and an ownership mindset: you take initiative, offer ideas, and see how your work fits into the bigger picture.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Willingness to follow documented procedures and ask questions when needed.

Preferred

• Experience writing prompts or building workflows with Claude.
• Coursework or work experience in HR, recruiting, business, or office administration.
• Experience with an HRIS or applicant tracking system (Paycor is a plus).
• Interest in pursuing a career in human resources.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid internship
• Eligible for college credit
• Flexible schedule to accommodate class schedules (minimum of 15 hours per week, with up to 40 hours per week depending on availability)
• Opportunity for future employment within The Goley Companies, based on performance and business needs

The Goley Advantage

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Practical understanding of HR operations, including new‑hire compliance, onboarding, HRIS administration, and recruiting, in a multi‑entity organization.
• Mentorship from experienced People & Culture professionals and exposure to cross‑functional business operations.
• Hands‑on experience with an HRIS (Paycor), applicant tracking systems, and AI tools such as Claude.
• A meaningful portfolio of work — documented procedures, process improvements, and reports — to discuss in future interviews.
• The flexibility of a hybrid schedule.
• Opportunities for career growth in the rapidly expanding energy efficiency industry

Here you’re more than an employee; you are part of a team building excellence together.