HR Intern

Description

Internship Program

Blount's Internship Program aims to grow students from our community in a way that is mutually beneficial by providing experiential learning opportunities and connecting concepts learned in the classroom to real-world applications to contribute to the professional readiness of tomorrow's workforce. Interns can expect timely feedback, accessible supervisors, bi-weekly meetings with the internship program lead, assistance with career readiness, and networking opportunities.

Job Summary

The Corporate HR Intern will provide administrative and operational support to the Corporate Human Resources team at the Warren headquarters location. This position will primarily assist with hiring and preboarding activities for Division 8 employees, including new hires and rehires supporting the Market, Clam Shack locations, and Barrington Creamery. The intern will assist with preboarding paperwork, background check screenings, and onsite drug testing while helping to ensure a positive and organized candidate experience. This position requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, confidentiality, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate HR team with hiring and preboarding activities for Division 8.
• Assist with hiring employees for the Market, Clam Shack locations, and Barrington Creamery.
• Prepare, distribute, collect, and review preboarding paperwork for new hires and rehires.
• Confirm required documents are completed accurately and submitted within established timelines.
• Initiate and monitor background check screenings and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Assist with scheduling, coordinating, and administering onsite drug testing.
• Communicate professionally with candidates regarding pre-employment and preboarding requirements.
• Update and maintain candidate, new hire, and rehire records in applicable HR systems and tracking documents.
• Support communication with hiring managers regarding candidate status, screening progress, and anticipated start dates.
• Assist with preparing new hire materials and documents needed for orientation and onboarding.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling candidate and employee information.
• Provide general administrative support to the Corporate HR team and assist with HR projects as assigned.
• Other responsibilities w/ similar skill and work conditions as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Current college or university student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Communications, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Previous administrative, customer service, recruiting, or office experience is preferred but not required.