Intern - Human Resources

Position Title: Intern -- Human Resources

Location of Position: United States -- Wisconsin -- Sturgeon Bay

Business Group: Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding

Department: Human Resources

Position Type: Internship; Temporary; Non-Exempt

Reports To: Senior Human Resources Manager

Position Summary: This position is responsible for supporting the Human Resources function at our Sturgeon Bay, WI shipyard. Significant heavy manufacturing takes place both in several fab shops, as well as on the waterfront across our vast, 63-acre facility. The successful candidate will support the 1,000 working men and woman on our waterfront by passionately pursuing innovative and effective safety solutions that focus primarily on employee wellbeing, manufacturing efficiency and environmental awareness

Detailed Description:

• Provide general support of the HR department.
• Performs related duties in support of the human resources function, in a primary or backup capacity.
• Handles and maintains personnel files, forms and database information associated with personnel, benefits, attendance, and general information and recruiting.
• Maintain plan and office bulletin boards in an up-to-date and legal compliance manner.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.

• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

• Abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.
• Assists in the entry of status change forms for all employee changes
• Assists in validation of labor collection of all employees and contractors
• Assists in the creation and completion of daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly reports.
• Assists in the auditing of T&A agency invoices and resolves any discrepancies.
• Additional projects as assigned.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.

• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

• Abide by all organizational policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

• Customer Focus -- Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Ensures Accountability -- Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Collaborates -- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Recently graduated or enrolled in a university or college with a goal of achieving a Human Resources degree.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to be self-directed and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Active listening skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Bilingual language skills (oral & written) a plus
• Experience in ADP is beneficial
• Knowledge of HR Policy and Procedure beneficial.
• Knowledge of Employment Law (EEO, ADA, AA, FMLA, etc.) beneficial.
• Knowledge of Labor Union Relations beneficial.
• Industry experience beneficial, but not necessary

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions. The FBS portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges and dredging support equipment, and offshore supply vessels along with specializing in Great Lakes self-unloading vessels. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Our mission is to build, repair and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service and defend our nation and the world.

EEO Statement:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at Bayshipbuilding-HR@us.fincantieri.com.