Job Description
This Human Resources intern position supports the Human Resources Business Partners and Generalists within Seminaries and Institutes of Religion with the coordination and analysis of HR metrics and execution of basic human resource duties. Interns learn and work in human resources information systems and are responsible to coordinate the efforts of various projects. This is a 40 hr./wk., 8 hr./day internship that is anticipated to last 12 months. The daily eight-hour start and stop times can vary between 7:30am and 5:30pm, Monday through Friday.
This internship provides an exciting opportunity to work for one of the largest employers along the Wasatch Front.
This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.
We are looking for an upbeat and dedicated individual who loves to learn new skills and can work independently and in a group setting. The Human Resources Intern supports many aspects of HR work at S&I in assisting and supporting technology professionals.
Interns at S&I Human Resources can expect to:
- Work on REAL projects and solve REAL problems
- Be mentored by highly-experienced HR professionals
- Gain practical, resume-building experience
- Receive great pay and be eligible for health insurance
- Work in a creative, spiritual culture with a highly-motivated team
- Help “Prepare The Way” for the Lord's work in meaningful ways
- Performing data analysis regarding employee demographics, organizational and position information, performance calibration, compensation, etc.
- Collecting information and preparing presentations needed to make decisions
- Generating queries, creating spreadsheets and tracking tools
- Conducting weekly New Hire Orientations
- Assisting with day-to-day generalist tasks
- Responding to employee requests
- Maintaining HR processes
- Taking on responsibility for small projects/special assignments
- Assisting with the execution of key HR initiatives
- Partnering with professionals within the department to collect information to complete tasks
- Current enrollment in an accredited college and university OR graduated within the past year
- Flexibility and the ability to prioritize changing requirements to meet urgent requests
- Willingness and ability to learn, get involved, and help improve processes
- Expertise in using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook (prefer applicants with above-average Excel skills)
- Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Attention to detail, organization, and follow through
- Ability to establish priorities, solve problems, and make decisions quickly and effectively with minimal direction
- Ability to maintain and complete multiple assignments and effectively manage time
- They must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.