Department: Human Resources Reports To: HR Manager
Summary: The Summer Intern position offers students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in municipal government. Interns will assist with assigned projects, support daily operations, and develop professional skills while working under the guidance of City staff.
The Summer Intern assigned to the Human Resources department will support daily operations and assist with departmental projects, gaining hands-on experience to support ERP/HRIS system enhancements by assisting with document uploads, supporting implementation efforts, and contributing to process improvements that increase system efficiency.
Essential Functions: Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Upload, organize, and maintain employee records and documentation within the City's ERP/HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with ERP/HRIS implementation and improvement efforts by supporting system updates, testing, and process enhancements.
- Support daily operational tasks and administrative functions
- Conduct basic research, data entry, or reporting as needed
- Provide customer service or internal support, as applicable
- Attend meetings, trainings, or site visits as assigned
- Follow all City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
Other Duties: This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Must be at least 18 years of age. Currently enrolled in college in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Enrollment in a field related to the assigned department
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or relevant tools
- Interest in public service or municipal government
- Positive attitude
- Organizational & prioritization skills
- Communication skills
- Accountability
- Patience
- Must be sensitive to Corporate needs, employee goodwill, and business needs.
License and certification requirements: none.
Physical demands and working environments: Interns will work up to 40 hours per week Schedule may vary based on departmental needs and availability. Work is performed in an office, field, or operational setting, depending on assignment. May include sitting, standing, walking, or light physical activity
Internship Duration: Temporary, seasonal position (Summer Internship Program). Start and end dates will be determined by the department and HR.