Human Resources Intern

Established in 2003, Tank Connection was founded on a need for superior customer service in the storage tank industry. Built on excellence and small town pride, Tank Connection is the international leader for bolted storage tanks. After transitioning into a 100% employee owned company, Tank Connection became a thriving organization thanks to dedicated employees with a relentless pursuit to outperform. See what Tank Connection has in store for your future!

Position Summary:  The Human Resources Intern will assist the HR department and employee owners with administrative and HR-related tasks.  Tasks may include updating employee records, HRIS database, or researching and carrying out assigned projects. 

Human Resources Intern Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work across departments with Managers and Supervisors in various roles. 
• Assist with personnel administration, employee information, and employment applications.
• Updating company databases by inputting new employee contact information and employment details.
• Understanding of and ability to process payroll data. 
• Provide clerical support to the Human Resources department; compose and type letters and other documents related to HR activities. 
• Screening potential employees' resumes and application forms to identify suitable candidates to fill company job vacancies.
• Organizing interviews with shortlisted candidates.
• Assisting in the planning of company events and increase employee morale.
• Coordinating new hire orientations.
• Responding to staff inquiries regarding HR policies, employee benefits, and other HR-related matters.
• Creation of new employee files and filing of documents into employee files.
• Scanning of HR related documents into HRIS system. 
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Human Resources Intern Skills and Specifications:

• Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resources Information System) software is advantageous.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office and G Suite applications.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters and understand company policies.

Human Resources Intern Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or studying toward a degree in human resource management or related field.

Human Resources Intern Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of Human Resources Intern, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 Human Resources Intern Work Environment:

While performing the duties of Human Resources Intern, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Limitations and Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

REV-11/01/2022