Human Resources Intern
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About the Company
First Student is a leading transportation company with a family of over 60,000 employees. It prides itself on safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers daily. Their family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. The company emphasizes being at the forefront of safety and innovation, creating and implementing advanced training and technology within the transportation industry.
First Student offers competitive benefits that vary by role and location, including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k), and paid holidays/vacation. They are committed to professional advancement, promoting from within and offering a 3 to 5-month Manager-In-Development program. Employees receive extensive training in areas such as safety and security, injury prevention, technology, and job efficiency. Diversity & Inclusion are core values, aiming for a culture where all people are included. The company also highlights its Community Service & Impact, with employees positively impacting their local communities.
It’s noted that in the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions are considered safety-sensitive and are subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. First Student is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a drug-free workplace and considering qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with fair chance laws.
Job Description: Human Resources Intern
This role is for a Human Resources Intern at First Student, 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.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Assisting with the day-to-day responsibilities of the compensation team to support internal clients effectively.
• Coordinating organizational charts and general reporting tasks, such as wage, bonus, and performance management data.
• Supporting the management of the Compensation team’s email inbox and handling incoming requests.
• Conducting basic wage analysis specifically for Drivers and Technicians/Mechanics.
• Assisting members of the Compensation department with various special projects as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Business, Human Resources, Analytics, or Economics.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Possessing the ability to work independently.
