Based out of the Corporate Office, the Human Resources Intern will directly assist the Federal Services Division with a wide range of projects related to employee benefits, HR compliance, recruiting, onboarding, record maintenance, auditing, and more.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and HRlS.
- Understanding the importance of employment law and compliance, especially regarding employment eligibility, confidentiality, proper maintenance of employee files, and forms management.
- Oral Communication - Speaks very clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Response well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in various meetings.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
- Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; offers and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; promotes teamwork; puts the success of team above own interests; capable of building morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; promotes and complies with a harassment-free environment; fosters the theory of building a diverse workforce and business relationships.
- Ethics - Treat people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
- Organizational Support – Follows reporting policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
- Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands the organization's strengths & weaknesses.
- Judgment - Displays the willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains the reasoning for decisions; makes timely decisions.
- Motivation – Consistently sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives.
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; participates in the company quality improvement process.
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; Works quickly.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertake self-development activities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
- Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
The Ideal Candidate
If you are passionate and ready to take on the challenge of providing exceptional customer service in a complex, diverse, people-first culture, then you have what it takes to be a successful Human Resources Intern. Job requirements include:
- Current student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
- Intermediate experience with MS Office and internet programs.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Strong analytical skillset, organizational skills, and attention to detail/data.
- Ability to make decisions.
- Ability to respect the confidentiality of sensitive employee data.
We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.
So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.