POSITION SUMMARY:
Aquarium’s Human Resources Internship program, the HR intern will learn how to engage with and support our internal customers and gain experience in multiple HR avenues. Some of the aspects of this field that the intern may encounter onboarding, training, recruiting, development, various administrative duties and HR compliance, and they will assist in making in the Desert a great place to work. The HR intern will work with the HR Coordinator to develop a long-term project that will benefit the company and be presented at the conclusion of the internship. The HR intern will learn how to assist the HR coordinator in day to day HR duties, as well as complete benchmark goals throughout the semester. This internship is flexible but requires a minimum of 12 hours per week (Tuesday-Friday).
We are looking for an individual who is comfortable being a member of a high performing team and maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. The ability to multi-task, communicate effectively, pay attention to detail and remain efficient is essential in this position. The ideal candidate for this internship is resourceful, a good problem solver, a proactive thinker and very organized.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in generating memos, emails and reports when appropriate.
- Learn how to prepare paperwork for HR policies and procedures.
- Experience assisting with Employee File Management.
- Assist in maintenance of employee records and uploading to Payroll System.
- Complete Onboarding/Offboarding employee checklist with guidance.
- Assist in maintaining office and uniform supplies by checking inventory and ordering items as needed.
- Supporting the Human Resources Director in coordinating trainings, events, and meetings with Team Members.
- Learn how to run audits on HR files.
- Assist in creating team member communication such as email announcements, monthly calendars and daily events.
- Assist HR coordinator in recruiting processes.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EMPLOYEE PROMISE:
All interns are expected to exemplify core fundamentals of the OdySea Aquarium Employee Promise, which states:
Must exemplify core fundamentals of the Employee Promise, which states:
I am empowered to take ownership of any opportunity to exceed expectations.
I anticipate guest needs and pay attention to the details.
I treat all internal and external customers with respect.
I am on stage! (Smile)
I have an attitude of gratitude.
I get it right the first time.
I display actions that are moral and ethical.
I always provide alternative solutions.
I am committed to learning every aspect of our product and services.
I use the 10/5 rule, 10 feet I acknowledge my guest’s presence with a smile and at 5 feet. I greet them with a courteous word.
I use name recognition at every opportunity.
I take personal responsibility for our surroundings.
I am accountable for my tools and resources.
I value the contribution of every team member.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Brief application below
- 1 page maximum cover letter
- 1-2 page maximum resume
- 3 letters of reference, at least 2 of which must be from a past teacher, aor supervisor
SEMESTER AND APPLICATION DATES
SPRING SEMESTER
- Application deadline: December 1st
- Semester runs January through April
SUMMER SEMESTER
- Application deadline: April 1st
- Semester runs May through July
FALL SEMESTER
- Application deadline: July 1st
- Semester runs August through December
