Student Worker - HR Intern - Western Carolina University

Aramark; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Aramark at Western Carolina University is seeking a Student Worker - HR Intern (Part-Time, 20 Hours/Week) to support data administration and general HR tasks. The intern will help with shoe orders, employee files, newsletters, orientation support, and daily reporting in a fast-paced campus environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple small tasks efficiently while learning new systems.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate is dependable, organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable handling repetitive administrative tasks with accuracy and consistency.
• Previous custodial experience preferred
• Physically capable of lifting >50 lbs; PPE may be required and safety procedures followed.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage online shoe orders for employees.
• Monitor order status and assist with routine administrative follow-up.
• Design and compile the HR newsletter and ensure timely publication.
• Maintain accurate and organized employee files.
• Track parking assignments and updates.
• Track company keys and returns with careful recordkeeping.
• Support New Hire Orientation delivery and onboarding.
• Prepare, copy and distribute HR packets and materials.
• Download and distribute daily standard reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Tech-savvy

Microsoft Excel

Office equipment handling

Tools

Excel

Printers

Mail merges

Job description

Job Title: Student Worker - HR Intern - Western Carolina University

Posting Start Date: 9/10/26

Job Description:

Job Description

The Student Worker

Data Administration Intern (Part-Time, 20 Hours/Week)

The HR Team is seeking a detail-oriented, data-driven intern who can effectively balance multiple responsibilities while maintaining a strong sense of urgency, accuracy, and quality. This position requires approximately 20 hours per week and is ideal for someone who is highly organized, adaptable, and eager to support a variety of administrative functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic organizational and time management skills, including effective time blocking and task prioritization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• High level of clerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable learning and navigating new technology and systems quickly.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, and maintaining simple tracking spreadsheets.
• Proficiency with printers and office equipment, including mail merges and large print jobs.

Job Responsibilities

Shoes for Crews Administration

• Process and manage online shoe orders for employees.
• Monitor order status and assist with routine administrative follow-up.
• High-volume workload with straightforward processes.

HR Newsletter Support

• Gather employee updates, announcements, and photos.
• Design and compile the company newsletter.
• Ensure timely publication and professional presentation.

Employee File Management

• Maintain accurate and organized employee files.
• Perform routine filing and document management.
• Support weekly goals to ensure records remain current and compliant.

Parking Permit Tracking

• Maintain parking assignment and tracking spreadsheets.
• Process routine updates and swaps.
• Coordinate minimal administrative follow-up as needed.

Key Log Tracking

• Track company key assignments and returns.
• Update records accurately and consistently.
• Manage a process that is detail-oriented and time-intensive.

New Hire Orientation (NHO) Support

• Assist with orientation presentation delivery through prepared speeches or videos.
• Support the onboarding experience for new employees.
• No I-9 processing responsibilities.

General Administrative Support

• Prepare, copy, and distribute employee packets and HR materials.
• Assist with mail delivery and other office support tasks.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Daily Report Downloads

• Download and distribute standard reports on a daily basis.
• No data analysis required; focus is on timely and accurate report retrieval.

Qualifications

The successful candidate is dependable, organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable handling repetitive administrative tasks with accuracy and consistency. This individual takes initiative, works independently, and understands the importance of maintaining confidential employee information while supporting the team's daily operations.

Previous custodial experience preferred

• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs.
• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and precautions due to physical risks and exposure to hazardous chemicals

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing.

This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you’re pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .