Human Resources & Risk Management Intern

About the Role

Under general supervision, this position supports Human Resources and Risk Management with administrative, operational, and project-based work, contributing to daily functions, program development, and system implementation efforts while gaining practical experience in public sector operations..

Responsibilities

• Observes and shadows Human Resources and Risk Management staff; participates in meetings, trainings, and project discussions to gain exposure to departmental operations, workflows, and decision-making processes.
• Rotates through functional areas, as assigned, to support business activities and broaden organizational understanding.
• Provides customer service by responding to routine inquiries and directing requests to appropriate staff.
• Assists with recruitment and onboarding activities, including scheduling, document preparation, and candidate tracking.
• Supports data entry, recordkeeping, and file management within human resources and risk management systems.
• Assists with legacy system migration efforts, including data validation, file organization, and testing support.
• Supports program development and special projects by conducting research, compiling information, and preparing materials.
• Assists with coordination of meetings, trainings, and safety-related activities, including scheduling and logistics.
• Supports risk management functions by tracking incidents, maintaining documentation, and assisting with reporting.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires current enrollment in an accredited college or university with coursework in human resources, risk management, public administration, business administration, or a related field and a basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Knowledge of basic office practices.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Knowledge of human resources functions.
• Knowledge of risk management concepts.
• Knowledge of standard computer applications.
• Skill in communication.
• Skill in organization.
• Skill in data entry.
• Skill in time management.
• Skill in attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to provide customer service.
• Employment Standards

Benefits

• Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) retirement eligibility
• Flexible scheduling