Human Resources Intern
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Job Description
About the Company
First Student is a large transportation company, operating as a family of 60,000+ employees. Its core mission is to safely transport over 5 million students and passengers daily to and from their destinations. The company’s family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.
First Student prides itself on its employees being at the forefront of safety and innovation, creating and implementing advanced training and technology within the transportation industry.
The company offers various benefits and fosters a specific culture:
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and paid holiday/vacation (benefits may vary by role, location, and business).
• Professional Advancement: A strong belief in promoting from within, offering numerous opportunities across North America. This includes a 3 to 5-month Manager-In-Development program to prepare future leaders.
• Extensive Training: Employees can build skills and knowledge in areas such as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.
• Diversity & Inclusion: A commitment to fostering a culture where all people are valued and providing an inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Community Service & Impact: Employees are seen as the face of First in their communities, having a positive impact on others.
It’s noted that in Washington state, all technician and driving positions (including those requiring company vehicle operation) are considered safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. First Student is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with fair chance ordinances (e.g., San Francisco, Los Angeles, Philadelphia). The company is an equal opportunity employer, providing consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Description: Human Resources Intern (Compensation)
This internship offers an introduction to the Human Resources function, specifically focusing on the Compensation discipline as a shared service partner. The intern will gain hands-on compensation experience by collaborating closely with the Compensation Manager and Sr. Director on various projects, reporting, and analysis tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Daily Support: Assists the compensation team with its day-to-day responsibilities to effectively support internal clients.
• Coordination & Reporting: Assists with the coordination of organizational charts and general reporting, which includes wage, bonus, and performance management data.
• Request Management: Supports the management of the compensation department’s email inbox and handles incoming requests.
• Wage Analysis: Conducts basic wage analysis, specifically for Drivers and Technicians/Mechanics.
• Special Projects: Assists other members of the Compensation department with various special projects as needed.
• Other Duties: Performs additional tasks as assigned by the team.
Qualifications:
• Academic Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Field of Study: Pursuing a degree in Business, Human Resources, Analytics, or Economics.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in using Microsoft Excel.
• Work Style: Possesses the ability to work independently.
