Human Resources Internship
About Us:
Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc. (Formally NGK Sparkplugs, Inc.), is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's business portfolio, expanding our core ceramic technologies, exploring capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenging ourselves to develop solutions and services that use technologies to resolve social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.
About the role:
The Human Resources Internship offers a comprehensive learning setting in various aspects of Human Resources including Employee Relations, Total Rewards, HRIS, Talent & Development and Talent Acquisition. The intern will engage in hands on projects and experiences designed to provide insights and skills within a dynamic Human Resources team.
Essential Duties:
- Employee Relations: Assist by relaying process issues, understand conflict resolution, and performance management. Gain exposure to employee inquires and support.
- Total Rewards: Participate in compensation and benefits administration. Learn about salary benchmarking, benefits analysis, and understand reward programs.
- HRIS: Work closely with HRIS team to understand HR systems and databases. Assist in data entry, reporting, and analysis tasks. Bring ideas for system upgrades and improvements.
- Talent Acquisition: Learn how to review resumes. Support with phone screenings, scheduling virtual and onsite interviews, conduct facilities tours as needed, background/drug screenings, and onboarding preparation. Understand recruitment and onboarding process from beginning to end.
- Assist in preparing for third party audits and ensuring applicable compliance.
- Support with online and paper filing procedures for associate’s personnel file.
- Assists with the administration of programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company.
- Draft documents and presentations as necessary.
- Assist New Hire Orientation preparation.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures including IATF16949 and ISO14000 related policies as applicable.
Other Duties:
- Perform all job-related task as assigned.
Academic Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field
- Possess a strong interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources
- The ability to keep information confidential. Tact and discretion are a must
- Eager to learn and assist team members
- The ability to think critically and problem solve
- Solid oral and written communications skills are essential
- Excellent customer service skills and experience using soft skills
- Requires excellent computer skills, with proficiency in the use of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Adobe
- Strong collaboration skills and excellent interpersonal skills are essential
- Detail-oriented and proactive approach to tasks
- Possess mental faculties consistent with performing at least the minimum essential functions of the job
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to operate a keyboard
- Ability to see and hear (correctable)
- Ability to communicate verbally
- Ability to drive a vehicle
- Ability to travel
Potential Hazards:
- Normal office hazards
- Driving hazards
- Travel hazards related to commercial travel