Human Resource Intern

About Insperity

Insperity provides the most comprehensive suite of scalable HR solutions available in the marketplace, offering an optimal blend of premium HR service and technology. With more than 90 locations throughout the U.S., Insperity is dedicated to making a difference for thousands of businesses and communities nationwide.

Our success is built on an unshakeable belief in the value of our people. We champion diversity, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging, celebrating work and life events. We also actively partner with our clients and communities to drive positive change.

Insperity has consistently been recognized as a top place to work, most recently ranking on Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work in the U.S. 2024” list and U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Companies to Work for 2024” list. Furthermore, we’ve been acknowledged for having one of the country’s Top 50 Midsize Early Talent Programs by RippleMatch’s 2024 Campus Forward Awards. There’s no better time to join Insperity, as our best work is yet to come. Learn more at Insperity.com.

Why Join Insperity?

• Flexibility

  Over 80% of Insperity’s jobs offer flexibility, ensuring you can achieve balance between your professional life and time spent with coworkers, clients, family, or your community.

• Career Growth

  Insperity is committed to your development, providing numerous avenues for growth within the company. We offer continuous learning programs, mentorship opportunities, and ongoing training.

• Well-Being

  Our comprehensive total rewards package is designed to support you, including generous paid time off, top-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits, health & wellness support, paid volunteer hours, and much more. We prioritize our people’s well-being so you can perform at your best.

Position Details

Job Title: Human Resource Intern

Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule

We are actively seeking a Human Resource Intern to become a part of our intern cohort. This professional internship is specifically designed to provide robust on-the-job training and practical experience. The intern will engage in a variety of work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity, all structured to cultivate the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at a professional level as an HR Representative. This role involves receiving comprehensive training and mentorship in planning and executing activities and assignments related to the delivery of compliance-based HR services. All work projects are relevant to Insperity’s current business needs and opportunities, offering meaningful contributions.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquires knowledge through the completion of work assignments by:
  • Applying up-to-date knowledge in the subject area to meet deadlines.
  • Following established procedures and policies.
  • Applying data and resources to support projects or initiatives.
  • Collaborating with others, often cross-functionally, to solve business problems.
  • Supporting the completion of priorities, deadlines, and expectations.
  • Communicating progress and information effectively.
  • Identifying and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities when possible.
  • Escalating issues or risks as appropriate.
• Work assignments may include support with crucial projects such as handbooks, policy development, implementing time off tracking, and other foundational HR compliance items for new and existing clients to enhance productivity and reduce liability.
• Interacts directly with colleagues, clientele, and/or other internal or external constituencies in the planning of assignments and the resolution of day-to-day operational problems.
• Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from professional personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
• Pursues self-development and fosters effective relationships with others by:
  • Sharing resources, information, and knowledge with coworkers and customers.
  • Listening, responding to, and seeking performance feedback.
  • Acknowledging strengths and weaknesses.
  • Assessing and responding to the needs of others.
  • Adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
• Contributes to the completion of projects and department objectives as specified by the manager.
• As appropriate to the position and as specified by unit management, conducts original research and prepares reports based on findings, including recommendations or alternative proposals for action.
• May undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit.
• Provides ongoing feedback on improvements and upgrades to the intern program.

Education / Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Actively pursuing or has obtained a Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.

Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Effective problem solving/decision making skills.
• Basic presentation skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, experience using customer relationship management software, and demonstrated ability to learn other application programs as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Insperity, we celebrate the diversity of our employees and our leadership. Insperity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.