What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Intern position at Virginia Green?
About Us
Virginia Green is Virginia’s largest locally owned lawn care company, providing customers with services ranging from weed control and fertilization to aeration and seeding. We have multiple locations and more than 300 employees servicing locations throughout the commonwealth. Virginia Green customers expect the best which is why we are looking for people who are ready to do their best work alongside us.
Position Summary
Virginia Green is currently seeking a paid Human Resources Intern in Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate is entering their junior or senior year pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. The intern can expect to be involved in assisting with recruiting, events, job fairs, and onboarding new hires, developing training materials and presentations, tracking and evaluating training programs.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with screening resumes and conduct initial screening of candidates.
- Compile a list of job fairs relevant to Virginia Green.
- Assist with the evaluation and design of the new hire onboarding process.
- Drafting communications for internal platforms
- Document processes and procedures
- Work closely with the training department to track and evaluate our training programs
- Provide administrative support to the team as requested
Required Qualifications / Attributes
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact with all levels of the organization professionally
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Education and Experience
- Must be a current college student in good standing: Human Resources, Education, and Communications majors preferred.
Minimum Physical Requirements
- Walking, standing, bending, reaching, and twisting
- Ability to use computer keyboard and monitor for extended periods
- Ability to lift approximately 15-20 lbs.
*Virginia Green is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or other legally protected status.
