Follett Higher Education Group – Westmont, Illinois
Home Office Internship Program/Human Resources
May 18 – July 24, 2008 (10 week program)
Job Description:
The intern will perform assigned duties under the direction of experienced personnel. Follett provides a learning environment, and the intern will gain knowledge and experience that will augment his/her college education.- Paid, hourly, full-time, 40 hours week
- • Must complete pre-employment background check process
Minimum Qualifications:
- Junior standing, currently enrolled at an accredited college or universityGPA of 3.0/4.0 or abovePursuing bachelor's degree in the primary functional area of the department
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to identify and solve problems
- Strong computer proficiencies in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, with the ability to efficiently learn new technologies
- Excellent customer service acumen
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
- Previous work experience is a plus
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the department intern manager you will perform a variety of responsibilities in the Human Resources organization that will include, but are not limited to: reviewing and screening applicants for temporary and permanent positions, coordinating interview schedules, conducting new hire orientation, planning service award luncheons, participating in daily administrative tasks such as filing, and working with the HR Generalist on special projects.Educational requirement: pursuing a major in Human Resources
