Human Resources Intern - HRI Inc., - State College, PA
Subsidiary: Barrett Industries
HRI, Inc. is one of the companies that operates within Barrett Industries Corporation, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates primarily in Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. HRI engages in heavy civil construction projects in Pennsylvania, in addition to specific project work in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. Since 1947, HRI has expanded to include paving, water, sewer, airport, highway, and bridge projects as well as asphalt plants and aggregate quarries. To learn more about HRI visit www.hriinc.com/.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
HRI, Inc., and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.
Job Summary
HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an energetic Human Resources Intern.
The Human Resources Intern position is within our corporate office where we support over 500 employees who lead the industry in water/sewer treatment plant construction, bridge repair and construction, asphalt manufacturing, paving, and site development.
The Human Resources Intern position will report to the Human Resources Manager and will be responsible for a variety of duties.
Main Responsibilities
- Scanning sensitive documents into an online data retention system
- Processing unemployment in multiple states
- Preparing New Hire packets and processing MVR searches
- Assist with recruitment efforts, including job posting, candidate screening, and scheduling interviews
- Visiting job sites to review EEO posting requirements
- Streamline various HR processes, such as employee data management and performance tracking, through HRIS systems
- Support the onboarding process for new employees, including preparation of necessary paperwork and conducting orientations
Education
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in human resources or another related field is preferred, although equivalent experience will also be considered.
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proven track record in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work with and connect with cross-functional teams
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High level of efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility
- Motivation and strong desire to tackle new challenges and learn as much as possible!
Physical Requirements
- Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed
- Regularly required to lift and /or move up to with or without assistance, use hands to move and manipulate objects, and communicate (talk and hear)
- Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Must follow the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
- Consistent track record working safely
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
Nearest Major Market: State College
