Human Resources Internship - Operations

• Assists with the hiring process for manufacturing, facilities, and logistics employees, including posting jobs, scheduling and conducting interviews, coordinating the selection process, drafting offer letters, and coordinating pre-employment checks.
• Reviews employee change forms, including pay increases, title changes, department changes, etc., and submits them for approval and processing.
• Assists with hourly employee progression tracking.
• Helps employees and managers by answering frequently asked questions relative to standard policies, hiring process, benefits, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate HR staff or management.
• Maintains the accuracy and security of all HR-related files. Ensures proper record keeping.
• Supports and assists in coordinating employee engagement and recognition activities.
• Prepares and distributes HR reports and metrics tracked for operations management, as needed.
• Assists Reception and other areas for key processes or vacation coverage.
• Performs other administrative and HR duties as assigned.

• Must be currently enrolled in a Human Resource Management degree program and have completed (at a minimum) your sophomore year in college.
• Previous administrative experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to quickly learn HRIS.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.
• Basic knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to consistently and positively contribute in a fast-paced, changing work environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple functions and tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Ability to use sound judgement, discretion, and appropriate escalation when appropriate.
• Ability to protect confidential and proprietary information, setting professional boundaries as needed.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensiveCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
  
  

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [emailprotected].